| A | B |
|---|
| software | tells the computer what to do |
| operating system software | directs all activities and sets rules for how the computer works |
| Macintosh | operating system used in the media center |
| Windows | operating system used in our lab |
| GUI | graphic user interface; uses icons to represent files and programs |
| icons | pictures and symbols used to represent files and programs |
| application software | works with the operating system to do specific types of work |
| word processor | used to create, edit, and print text documents |
| spreadsheet | helps process mathematical and financial data |
| database | an electronic filing system that allows you to organize, find, and display information in many different ways |
| communications software | works with your modem or network hardware to communicate with other computers |
| graphics software | uses pictures or images to communicate messages; may be used to draw or paint |
| clip art | pre-made graphics added to documents |
| desktop publishing software | combines pictures and words to communicate through documents like newsletter and brochures |
| education software | games like Oregon Trail |
| reference software | often distributed on CD; programs like encyclopedias and dictionaries |
| interactive software | allows you to make choices |
| integrated software | combines several software applications into one program |
