Computer Applications Technology

Grade 10 – Term 2
SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES: SOFTWARE
Software Types/Licensing
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INTRODUCTION
• We have already looked at the basics of software and
the different types of software you can get.
• Remember, without the correct system software, the
application software and programs will not function
correctly on your computer.
• In this section, we will look at software in a bit more
depth.
Software

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Software
• System Software
• Operating system
• Controls and manages the computer – operating
system
• Manages hardware, data and program files
(software), and other system resources, security
• Provide interface (GUI) – easier to work on
• Utilities – computer management
• Device drivers – let devices communicate with
operating system
• Application Software
• Performs specific tasks
• Self-contained computer program or app, e.g.
game, word processing programme
Examples :System Software

1) Microsoft Windows
2) Linux
3) Unix
4) Mac OSX
5) DOS
6) BIOS Software
7) HD Sector Boot Software
8) Device Driver Software
9) Linker Software
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10) Assembler and Compiler Software
Examples : Application Software
1) Opera (Web Browser)
2) Microsoft Word
3) Microsoft Excel
5) MySQL
6) Microsoft Power point
7) iTunes
8) VLC Media Player
9) World of Warcraft
10) Adobe Photoshop)
Generic (General Purpose) Software

The most common generic software packages are

Word Processor: Used to produce simple documents such

as letters and essays
Desktop Publisher: Used to produce complicated documents
such as leaflets, posters and newspapers.
Graphics Package: Used to produce pictures and diagrams
Spreadsheet : Used to perform calculations and draw graphs
Database : Used to store information so that it can be easily
searched.
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Drivers

A driver is software that allows your computer to

communicate with hardware or devices.

Without drivers, the hardware you connect to your

computer—for example, a video card or a printer—won't
work properly.
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Auto configuration of Devices

You can connect the device to PC and it will

• automatically install the drivers

• and then Configure it in the system
Plug and Play

PnP = term used when an OS recognizes a device

and installs the device drivers automatically

User can use device immediately after it has been

connected to PC

e.g. keyboards, mice, monitors

Hot Swappable

Plug into PC while it is switched on

Do not have to switch off PC first

e.g. mouse (USB)

Utility programs

Utility programs include file management

(creating, moving and renaming folders, copying

and deleting files),
file search,
comparing file contents as well as
performing diagnostic routines to check the
performance and current health of the hardware . 18
Utility Programs
Smaller programs =
performing computer management and maintenance

Come with OS or installed later

e.g. back-up software, disk clean-up, compression

software
Utilities - Backup
Utilities - Compression programs
Utilities – Disk Clean-up
Disc Clean-up
Drivers and utilities - Summarized
Integrated vs Stand-
alone Software

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Stand-alone vs Integrated software
A stand-alone operating system is a complete operating system installed on a personal computer.
• Examples of stand-alone operating systems are Linux, Windows and Mac OS.

Application software may be provided as stand-alone or as an integrated package.

An integrated package means that more than one application is bundled together and sold as a set.
• An office suite, or productivity suite, usually includes a word processor, a spreadsheet application and
a slide presentation application.
• Advantages of an office suite are:
• the user interface is the same for all the integrated applications
• the applications are installed as a unit
• it is generally cheaper to buy an integrated package than buy the applications separately
• data can easily be exchanged between the applications.
• Examples of an office suite are Microsoft Office and Open Office.
Classification of software
 Freeware
Shareware

Proprietary software
Open Source Software 28
Freeware

• Freeware = no cost
• Intellectual property is retained by the developer.
• Sometimes free use is restricted,
• software may be free to use for non-commercial or educational
purposes,
• but a license is required for commercial use.
The rationale here is that users will go on to pay for
the more complete version of the software. 29
Shareware
• Usually delivered free
• By sending the small fee, you become registered with
the producer so that you can receive service
assistance and updates.
• You can copy shareware and pass it along
• Limited use (e.g. first 2 levels of game then pay)
• Limited time then must register

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Freeware vs Shareware - Summary
Proprietary Software
• software owned by someone,
• it might be free or not,
• No source code
• May not modify

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 Open Source Software

A special type of freeware where:

• the source code is released
• as well as the application itself,
both without charge.

There are usually no restrictions on the purpose for which the application is used.

You have the freedom to:

1. Use the software for any purpose
2. The freedom to change the software to suit your needs
3. The freedom to share the software with your friends
and neighbours
4. The freedom to share the changes you make. 33
Proprietary vs Open-source software
Proprietary vs Open-source software
Revision
Open Source – Freeware – Shareware – Proprietary
Open Source Freeware Shareware Proprietary
Cost Mostly Free Free Free for limited period, Not free
(if purchased, it comes (unlimited time) e.g. 30 days bound with restrictions
with source code) (Freely distributed to regarding use, distribution
users on trial basis) and modification.

Source Open Closed source Closed Closed

Code Users can modify, inspect, Do not provide any Purchased without source
customise, enhance it to freedom of modifying, code
improve the software sharing and studying the
program

Maintenance Mostly community (no Mostly vendor support Vendor support Vendor support
one responsible)
Main Customisable No cost for using Helps try the product Cost as it is copyrighted
advantage / before buying it. software
disadvantage Free trial – not always full Requires licence to be
functionality able to install

Example Open Office Adobe PDF WinZip, Adobe Acrobat Windows

Professional Microsoft Office
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Licensing Agreements

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Software licensing and license agreements
 EULA or software license agreement is
the contract between the licensor and purchaser,
establishing the purchaser's right to use the software.

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3 Types of EULA
Single User Licenses

A single license is a type of

copyright that restricts the use of
the program to one computer, or
one server. this means that the
program cannot be installed for
free on different computers

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Creative Commons
Now let’s test your
knowledge!
True or False
Provide one word/term/concept for each or the following
descriptions
Homework:
• Summarise Term 2 Software
• Stand-alone vs Integrated Software
• Freeware, Shareware, Proprietary software
• Open source software
• Licensing and Licensing agreements
• End user agreement
• Site license
• Creative common license
• EULA

• Answer the activities from your textbook.

REFERENCES

• http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/S/site_license.html

• http://www.computerhope.com/jargon/s/softpira.htm

• http://www.hollyfield.kingston.sch.uk/gcseit/GCSE/software.htm

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