Electronic References
Home Register login Logout

Application Software

TitleApplication Software
# of Words429
# of Pages (250 words per page double spaced)1.72

Application Software



Application Software


John Hassler
Professor C. Mason
Computer Information systems 204
September 13, 1996

     Computer systems contain both hard and software.  Hardware is any
tangible item in a computer system, like the system unit, keyboard, or printer.
Software, or a computer program, is the set of instruction that direct the
computer to perform a task.  Software falls into one of two categories: system
software and application software.  System software controls the operation of
the computer hardware; whereas, application software enables a user to perform
tasks.  Three major types of application software on the market today for
personal computers are word processors, electronic spreadsheets, and database
management systems (Little and Benson 10-42).
     A word processing program allows a user to efficiently and economically
create professional looking documents such as memoranda, letters, reports, and
resumes.  With a word processor, one can easily revise a document.  To improve
the accuracy of one's writing, word processors can check the spelling and the
grammar in a document.  They also provide a thesaurus to enable a user to add
variety and precision to his or her writing.  Many word processing programs also
provide desktop publishing features to create brochures, advertisements, and
newsletters.
     An electronic spreadsheet enables a user to organize data in a fashion
similar to a paper spreadsheet.  The difference is the user does not have to
perform calculations m...This is ONLY a preview of the article. If you would like to view the entire document, you must subscribe to Electronic References. Please register below now!

Get This Full Article After Registration

When you subscribe to Electronic References, you get complete access to the meta-collection of full text articles and papers written by researchers and students spanning the last 5 years. For $19.95 a month, you will receive unlimited access and the ability to expand your research opportunities and knowledge.

This subscription package includes:

  • 24-hours-a-day, 7 days a week unlimited access on any computer with Internet access
  • Complete access to all 60,000 articles, essays, and research papers
  • Ability to view, save, print and download any document you find
  • Ability to browse through perfectly arranged catalog of articles
  • Superior search and relevancy ranking techniques using our optimalized search engine
  • Instant access to the online database after registration
You can pay by credit card or checking account. You get instant access after registration:

1 Month ($ 19.95)
3 Months ($ 29.95)
6 Months ($ 39.95)

You will be billed $19.95 every 30 days or $29.95 every 90 days (recurring billing) starting on the day you subscribe.
Your credit card or checking account will automatically be renewed for your convenience until you cancel.


Home | Register | Login | Logout | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Help | FAQ | Contact Us | Cancel Subscription

Copyright 1998-2007 Electronic References. Electronic References is designed only to assist students and researchers in the preparation of their own work. Anybody who use our services are responsible not only for writing their own papers, but also for citing Electronic References as a source when doing so. By accessing and using this page you agree to the Disclaimer.