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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| algorithm | a set of clearly defined , logiacl steps that solve a problem |
| application software | helps the end user perform a specific task; also called a productivity software |
| beta testing | a process that releases commercial software in development to a cross-section of typical users who evaluate the program and report any problems or "bugs" in the softwarebefore it is released to the public |
| bundle ware | software included with the purchase of a new computer |
| flowchart | shows different paths the program will take depending on what data is imputted |
| inputting | the process of using an input device to eneter data |
| network liscense | given an organization the right to install a program on a sever that acn be accessed by a specific number of computers |
| operating systems | provide an interface between the usetr or application program and the computer hardware |
| patch | applied over software that is already installed to fix a problem |
| service pack | downloadable fix for a software problem |
| single-user liscence | gives the user the riht to install the software on a single computer |
| software | programming code written to provide instructions to the hardware so it can perform tasks |
| software as service (SaaS) | softwrae delivery method where an application is liscenced for a use as a sevice |
| software development | a multistep process of writing computer programs to perform a task more efficently and/or effectively |
| software liscence | gives user permission to use a program |
| software piracy | the unaurthorized copying of software |
| system softaware | the opertaing system and all utilty programs that manage computer resoures at low level |
| update | minor improvements and modifications to some of the software's features |
| upgrades | revised version of a software program that requires the purchase of a newer version of the software |
| web applications | programs without platforms constraints or installTION REQUIREMENTS that re acessed through Web browser over a network such as the Internet or an intranet |