Developing Software Flashcards
What is application software?
Programs designed to make users more productive and assist them with personal tasks.
What are the categories of application software?
Business - Microsoft Excel
Graphic and multimedia - Microsoft Powerpoint
Home/Personal/Educational - Google Classroom
Communication - WhatsApp
What are the types of application software?
Open-source software
Web-based software
Shareware
Freeware
Packaged software
Custom software
What are the 5 stages of system development cycle (SDC)?
Planning
Analysis
Design
Implementation
Testing, Integration, Maintenance
What are the components in planning?
- Review project requests
- Allocate resources
- Form project development team
What are the components in analysis?
- Conduct preliminary investigation
- Perform detailed analysis activites (eg determine user requirements)
What are the components in design?
- Acquire hardware and software
- Develop details of system
What are the components in implementation?
- Develop programs
- Install and test new system
- Train users
- Convert to new system
What are the components in testing, maintenance and security.
- Monitor system performance
- Perform maintenance activities
- Assess system security