5-3. what are the major types of computer software used in business and the major software trends?
• Distinguish between application software and system software and expand the role the operating system of a computer plays.
• List and describe the major PC and server operating systems.
• Name and describe the major desktop productivity software tools.
• Explain web services, describe the technologies they use, and explain how web services benefit business.
• Explain why open source software is so important today and its benefits for business.
• Define and describe cloud computing software services, mashup, and apps and explain how they benefit individual and businesses.
6-2. what are the principles of a database management system?
• Define a database management system (DBMS), describe how It works , and explain how it benefits organizations.
• Define and compare the logical and physical views of data.
• Define and describe the three operations of a relational database management system.
• Name and describe the three major capabilities of a DBMS.
• Define nonrelational database and describe their capabilities.
7-2. what are the different types of network?
• Define and analog and a digital signal.
• Distinguish between a LAN, MAN, and WAN.