8. Application software (1)

Question 1

What is Application Software?

Answer 1

Software that allows users to perform specific tasks. Each type gives a computer different functions.

Question 2

What is Productivity Software?

Answer 2

Software used in business to help users perform work-related tasks more efficiently.

Question 3

What is Word Processing used for?

Answer 3

To create and manipulate text and images for documents like letters and reports.

Question 4

Common features of Word Processing ?

Answer 4

• Enter/edit text
• Copy and paste
• Spelling and grammar
• Printing

Question 5

What is Spreadsheet used for?

Answer 5

To organize data in rows and columns and perform calculations (e.g., accounting, forecasting).

Question 6

Common features of Spreadsheet?

Answer 6

• Formulae
• Graphs
• Sorting
• Macros

Question 7

What is Presentation used for?

Answer 7

To produce slideshows and present information to an audience (lessons, meetings).

Question 8

Common features of Presentations?

Answer 8

• Multi-media content
• Animations
• Transition effects
• Handouts/side note

Question 9

What is Database used for?

Answer 9

To create, edit, and manage databases (e.g., inventory, patient info).

Question 10

Common features of Database?

Answer 10

• Validation
• Queries
• Reports
• Forms

Question 11

What is** Graphic/Multimedia Software**?

Answer 11

Used to produce graphics, designs, and multimedia content on a computer.

Question 12

What is** CAD (Computer-Aided Design) **used for?

Answer 12

To produce precise technical illustrations for architecture and engineering.

Question 13

Common features of CAD?

Answer 13

• 2D/3D models
• Rotate and zoom
• Rendering
• Walkthrough

Question 14

What is Graphics Editing used for?

Answer 14

To create and manipulate digital images (digital art, photo editing).

Question 15

Common features of Graphics Editing software?

Answer 15

• Layering
• Resizing/cropping
• Colour/brightness adjustment
• Editing tools

Question 16

What is** Desktop Publishing** used for?

Answer 16

To arrange text and graphics for professional print documents (leaflets, magazines, books).

Question 17

Common features of Desktop Publishing?

Answer 17

• Entering/editing text
• Copy&paste
• Insert Graphics
• Saving and printing

Question 18

What is Video Editing used for?

Answer 18

To rearrange and manipulate video footage (films, vlogs).

Question 19

Common features of Video Editing?

Answer 19

• Format conversion
• Cutting/joining segments
• Audio import
• Subtitles/ rendering

Question 20

Give examples of common file types used in application software.

Answer 20

Text: .docx, .txt, .pdf
Spreadsheet: .xlsx, .csv
Presentation: .pptx
Database: .accdb, .mdb
Image: .jpg, .png, .gif
Video: .mp4, .mov, .avi
Audio: .mp3, .wav.