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    Type of Computer Software

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    Software is instructions that tell hardware what to do. There are two main types: operating systems and application software like productivity, utility, and enterprise software. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software supports functions across an organization. Cloud computing stores applications and data online, providing advantages of access from anywhere but also security and reliance concerns. Open-source software shares code for all to use and improve.

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    Type of Computer Software

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    Software is instructions that tell hardware what to do. There are two main types: operating systems and application software like productivity, utility, and enterprise software. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software supports functions across an organization. Cloud computing stores applications and data online, providing advantages of access from anywhere but also security and reliance concerns. Open-source software shares code for all to use and improve.

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    Software is instructions that tell hardware what to do. There are two main types: operating systems and application software like productivity, utility, and enterprise software. Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software supports functions across an organization. Cloud computing stores applications and data online, providing advantages of access from anywhere but also security and reliance concerns. Open-source software shares code for all to use and improve.

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    Type of Computer Software

    Software
    Learning Objectives
    Upon successful completion of this chapter, you will be
    able to:
    • Define the term software
    • Describe the two primary categories of software
    • Describe the role ERP software plays in an organization
    • Describe cloud computing and its
    advantages and disadvantages for
    use in an organization
    • Define the term open source and
    identify its primary characteristics
    Types of Software
    Software is the set of instructions that tells the
    hardware what to do
    Two main types of software:
    1. Operating Systems
    2. Application Software
    1. Productivity software
    2. Utility software
    3. Programming software
    4. Applications for the Enterprise (ERP)
    Operating Systems
    • All devices have an operating system
    • Software which manages the hardware
    • Creates the interface between the
    hardware and the user
    • Functions performed by the
    operating systems:
    – Managing the hardware resources of the
    computer
    – Providing the user-interface components
    – Providing a platform for software developers
    to write applications
    • Most popular are Microsoft Windows,
    Apple Mac OS, and Linux
    Application Software
    • Software that allows users to accomplish some goal or
    purpose
    • Categories:
    – Productivity software to help employees complete their job
    duties such as Microsoft Office
    – Utility software allows you to fix or modify your computer
    • For example, antivirus software
    – Programming software makes more software
    • Programmers can code, test, and convert into a format that the
    computer will understand
    • CIS students typically use Visual Studio
    Application Software Challenges
    • Finding the right software to do what you
    need to do
    • How to use the right software to do what
    you need to do
    • Power Point to Death video:
    • You only purchase a license for the software
    Enterprise Application Software
    • Early applications were often independent from other
    applications
    • Consequently, information from one application did not
    always correlate to information from another application
    • Enterprise Resource Applications (ERP) were developed to
    provide a common application that supports functions
    across the entire enterprise for the company’s employees
    – For example, an ERP can contain the
    general ledger and its subsidiary ledgers
    such as accounts payable, accounts
    receivables, etc.
    – Builds in best business practices for an
    enterprise
    Enterprise Application Software
    – SAP is the most popular
    – Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
    • Manages an organization’s customers
    • Personalize your relationship with the customer
    • An example is Salesforce
    – Supply Chain Management (SCM) manages an
    organization’s
    Manufacturin
    Suppliers Distributors
    g Facilities
    Mobile Applications
    • Operate on tablets and smartphones
    • Each device has its own operating system
    (e.g., Android or iOS)
    • Each application is developed for the specific
    mobile device’s operating system
    • Websites are now offering mobile friendly
    interfaces to run on mobile devices
    – Independent of the mobile devices’
    operating system
    Cloud Computing
    • Internet-based applications, services,
    and data storage
    • Advantages:
    – No software to install or upgrade
    – If you have Internet access, you can always use it
    – No restrictions on how much you store and don’t have to worry
    about losing it
    • Disadvantages:
    – Your information is stored on someone else’s computer – how safe
    is it?
    – Internet access is required
    – Relying on someone else to provide these services
    Business Cloud Usage
    • Private Cloud
    – Still uses cloud concepts but allows the business
    to control over that space
    – Improves who can access it and how it is secured
    • Virtualization
    – Using software to simulate a computer or some
    other device
    – Can create a server without
    actually purchasing a server
    Software Creation
    • Software is written in a programming language
    – Consists of commands organized logically to execute specific
    functions
    – Written in human-readable format (source code) and converted
    to machine-readable format (object code)
    – Object code can be interpreted by the computer to allow
    interaction with the hardware
    • Usually done in pieces so several programmers can work together
    • Closed-Source Software – only object code is available for purchase
    • Open-Source Software:
    – Code is shared with everyone to use and
    add features or fix bugs
    – Examples are Firefox browser and Linux
    operating system
    Open vs. Closed Source Software
    • Open-Source Software:
    – Software is available for free
    – Source code can be reviewed prior to installing
    – Large programmer groups can fix bugs and add feature
    – May increase risk of attack as everyone knows how your
    software works
    • Closed-Source Software:
    – Company that developed the software
    provides technical support
    – Employs large number of programmers
    to enhance the product
    Summary
    • Defined the term software
    • Described the two primary categories of software
    • Described the role ERP software plays in an
    organization
    • Described cloud computing and its advantages
    and disadvantages for use in an
    organization
    • Defined the term open source and
    identify its primary characteristics

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