Definition
Programs designed to provide users with entertainment.
entertainment software
Speeds and capacity get significantly faster and the pricing model shifts from a fixed cost to a pay for what you consume. The cloud refers to a virtual host server that is powered by a network of many servers. Files are stored and passed around multiple servers as to increase resource and speed, but accessed via the virtualized server.
Cloud Hosting
Types of installations
In-place upgrade ; Clean install ; image ; Unattended installation
examples of productivity software
processors, spreadsheet programs, and database applications. PowerPoint, Word Document
Applications designed to help individual computer users complete tasks more efficiently
productivity software
is a computer that is accessible over a network
local Network Hosting
Software that allows workers to interface and share information with one another electronically
collaborative software
examples of Browser Software
Google Chrome, Safari
an application used to view pages and content on the Web and to navigate among pages
browser software
Maintain existing applications and data
In-place upgrade
are small software programs that customize the browsing experience. They enable users to tailor Chrome functionality and behavior to individual needs or preferences.
Web browser extensions
examples of collaborative software
Google Docs, Google Slide
Software installed on the hardware of a computer
Local installation
Wipe the slate clean and reinstall
Clean install
Web browser extensions are built on web technologies such as
HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
Software that "plays" audio, video or animation files in the computer.
Play from Media
Deploy an clone on every computer
image
examples of productivity software
video games and Movies