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applications software
end user software that used to accomplish variety tasks
Basic applications (general-purpose)
- word processors
- spreadsheets
- database management systems
- presentation graphics
specialized applications (special-purpose)
- graphic programs
- audio and video editors
- multimedia creation programs
- web authoring
- virtual reality programs
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word processors
used to create text-based documents
programs
- Microsoft Word
- Corel WordPerfect
- Apple Pages
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spreadsheets
programs that manipulate numeric data
programs
- Microsoft Excel
- Corel Quattro Pro
- Apple iWork's Numbers
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database management systems
collection of related data
programs
- Microsoft Access
- Corel Paradox
- Lotus Approach
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presentation graphics
programs that create visually interesting presentations
programs
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Corel Presentations
- Lotus Freelance Graphics
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integrated packages
single program that provides functionality several widely used programs
advantages
- cost
- simplicity
disadvantage
- limited functions
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Software Suites
collection of separate application programs sold as a group
types of suites
- Office Software Suites
- Alternative office suite
- Specialized suite
- Utility suite