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4 Generic Software
What do we mean by the term generic software? Examples of generic software Integrated applications and suites Features of generic software

General Purpose/Generic Software

Some software wasnt designed for a specific purpose - they are known as generic or content-free applications Integrated packages contain several of these functions in one application - e.g. Microsoft Works or Lotus Symphony Software suites contain these functions in separate applications, e.g. Microsoft Office or Lotus SmartSuite

Integrated Software and Suites

Integrated packages contain several of these functions in one application - e.g. Microsoft Works or Lotus Symphony Software suites contain these functions in separate applications, e.g. Microsoft Office or Lotus SmartSuite

Integrated Software e.g. Works

Software Suite

Examples of Generic Software

Word processor e.g. Word, WordPerfect Spreadsheet e.g. Excel, Lotus 1-2-3 Database applications e.g. Access, Approach Presentation e.g. PowerPoint, Impress Electronic Mail & Diary e.g. Outlook, Notes Web-browser e.g. Firefox, Opera Application generator Access, Paradox

Features of a Word Processor

Spelling and grammar checker Pre-defined styles and templates Tables and columns Creation of indexes and table of contents Import other files / save in different formats Graphics manipulation Mail merge WYSIWYG / print preview

Features of a Spreadsheet Application

Rows, columns, cells and ranges Formatting - , %, decimal places, etc. Formulae for basic arithmetic Functions text, statistical, etc. Macros & buttons Simple database features sorting and filtering Charts / graphs

Features of a Database Application

Fields Tables Queries Relationships Forms Reports Macros

Features of Presentation Software

Styles and templates Animations and transitions ClipArt and sound Automatic timings Slide sorter Macros Bullet points and other formatting features

Features of E-Mail Software

Address, title and body CC and BCC Address Book Forward and Reply Different folders/boxes Priority Attachments Filtering e.g. for spam

Features of Diary Software

Appointments Recurring appointments Anniversaries / all-day events Reminders Invite other participants Warn of clashes Address Book

Features of a Web-Browser
Space for address / URL Home button Back and Forward buttons Favorites (sic) / Bookmarks History Cache Scripting JavaScript or VBScript Security options encryption, JavaScript, Java, etc.

Features of an Application Generator

An application generator is an application (e.g. Access) that can be used to create a standalone application, containing: Database tables Forms Buttons, etc. Queries Reports Menus Security & access levels?