Software Flashcards
(10 cards)
Application Software
software where you actually do stuff on (productivity) ex: word and Photoshop
System Software
operating system (ex: windows 10 and mac)
Open Source Software
available program to general public for use without cost;code can be modified and redistributed to software community
Freeware
copyrighted software given away for free (code cannot be changed without permission)
Shareware
downloadable from internet, usually trail basis free period before required purchase
Cookies
a small text file that a we-site uses to identify a specific computer
Defragmentation
disk fragmentation occurs when data is broken up into many pieces that are not stored close together
Spyware
software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another’s computer activities by transmitting data covertly from their hard drive
Virus
piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data
Malware
software that is intended to damage or disable computers and computer systems