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APPLICATION SOFTWARE
Application software refers to programs designed to perform specific tasks for the user. It is
designed for everyday use by people. Usually, people refer to application software as software.
Application software can be broadly classified into two categories:
Application Software
General Purpose Software Customised Software
Word Presentation Database Management Multimedia
Processors Software Systems (DBMS) Software Software
Spreadsheet Graphics Software Desktop Publishing
Software (DTP) Software
General Purpose Software
General purpose software is not made for a specific organisation or industry. It can be used for both
business and personal tasks.
Word Processors
Word processors are used to create, edit, and format text documents. They are widely used in
businesses, schools and at home. Microsoft Word is one of the most popular word processors.
Other examples include WordPerfect, Writer, and Kword.
Spreadsheet Software
Spreadsheet software are used to perform calculations, compare data and analyse data. It
also helps in creating reports and charts from the data. Popular spreadsheet programs include
Microsoft Excel, Lotus 1-2-3 and Calc.
Presentation Software
Presentation software helps create presentations with sound, music, video, charts, and
animations. It is used by salespeople, managers, teachers, and students. Popular examples of
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