Software: Information Management

Chapter 3

Software

Tells your computer what to doaka “programs”Operating systems

◦Stored in ROM◦Runs the actual computer

Application programs◦Manages user information

Ex: Microsoft Office, speech recognition, learning programs

Operating Systems

Platform which runs all components of the computer

Determines which applications can be runMain types are PC (windows based) and

Apple products

PC Functionality

For most of you, you know how to navigate a PC (non-Apple). If you are unfamiliar with running a PC, I encourage you to read over Chapter 3 and practice on a PC (campus lab). Most companies/hospitals run PC’s rather than Macs so this will be essential to know. If you need further help, please set up an appointment with me. Otherwise, you may proceed to Ch 4.