Software Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Application Software
A
Productivity
2
Q
System Software
A
The operating system
3
Q
Open Source Software
A
Available program to general public for use without cost: code can be modified and redistributed to software community
4
Q
Freeware
A
Copyrighted software given away for free (code cannot be changed without permission)
5
Q
Shareware
A
Downloadable from the Internet, usually trial basis free period before required purchase
6
Q
Spyware
A
Software that enables a user to obtain convert info about another’s computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive
7
Q
Virus
A
Piece of code that is copying
