Developing Software

Question 1

What is application software?

Answer 1

Programs designed to make users more productive and assist them with personal tasks.

Question 2

What are the categories of application software?

Answer 2

Business - Microsoft Excel
Graphic and multimedia - Microsoft Powerpoint
Home/Personal/Educational - Google Classroom
Communication - WhatsApp

Question 3

What are the types of application software?

Answer 3

Open-source software
Web-based software
Shareware
Freeware
Packaged software
Custom software

Question 4

What are the 5 stages of system development cycle (SDC)?

Answer 4

Planning
Analysis
Design
Implementation
Testing, Integration, Maintenance

Question 5

What are the components in planning?

Answer 5

• Review project requests
• Allocate resources
• Form project development team

Question 6

What are the components in analysis?

Answer 6

• Conduct preliminary investigation
• Perform detailed analysis activites (eg determine user requirements)

Question 7

What are the components in design?

Answer 7

• Acquire hardware and software
• Develop details of system

Question 8

What are the components in implementation?

Answer 8

• Develop programs
• Install and test new system
• Train users
• Convert to new system

Question 9

What are the components in testing, maintenance and security.

Answer 9

• Monitor system performance
• Perform maintenance activities
• Assess system security