7. Using Apps Flashcards
What should you do before installing software?
Close other apps or files
You might need to disable anti-virus software
How do Microsoft store apps differ from desktop apps?
Desktop apps are software downloaded from the browser or disk
By running apps in a restrictive sandbox
The sandbox prevents store apps from system-wide changes or crashing the OS or interfering with other apps.
How to inspect the properties of an executable file?
May be done to fix apps that wont execute
Right-click file & select Properties
The Details tab is useful for troubleshooting. The Compatibility tab can be used to run the program in a compatibility mode & adjust the display settings
How to enable/disable Window components & add-ons?
Clicking Turn Windows Featurs on or off in Programs & Features
Meaning of EULA?
End User License Agreement
What does a single-use license mean?
Software can only be used on 1 device
How is software usually activated?
Product key
A long string of characters & numbers printed on the box or disc case
What are serial numbers often used for?
aka product ID
Technical support
What does a group use/site license mean?
Software can be installed on an agreed number of computers
Unlimited amount of users can use the software simultaneously
What does a concurrent license mean?
Software can be used by a set number of users at a time
if a company purchases a concurrent license for 10 users, only up to 10 users can access and use the software at any given time.
Meaning of CAL?
Client Access Licenses
What does a CAL refer to
Granting access to software via network servers for authorized users
users dont have install the software
What is shareware?
Software that is free for a limited time
After the period is over, you must pay to continue to use.
What is freeware?
Free software
shareware & freeware are protected by copyright
What is open source software?
Software that makes its source code available for viewing & modifying
Meaning of PIM?
Personal Information Manager
What is email software usually coupled with?
PIM software
PIM software allows to store & organize infol, like contacts
