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E-mail / Software

E-mail / Software. Computers and Technology 7. Prof. Elvin Rivera Cruz. Topics to be covered. Humor Review E-mail management Software discussion Conclusion. Using your e-mail . Reading Composing Reply/Forward Attachments Contacts/Lists. Software Basics . software

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E-mail / Software

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  1. E-mail / Software Computers and Technology 7 Prof. Elvin Rivera Cruz

  2. Topics to be covered • Humor • Review • E-mail management • Software discussion • Conclusion

  3. Using your e-mail • Reading • Composing • Reply/Forward • Attachments • Contacts/Lists

  4. Software Basics software A set of instructions, also called a program or application, that tells a computer how to perform tasks. operating system (OS) Software that controls all the other software programs and allows a computer to perform basic tasks. • Software is the set of instructions that lets you “talk” to your computer. Software translates commands into bits and bytes. Different types of software have different functions: • Operating system (OS) software - makes your computer work • Application software - lets you do different tasks on your computer • Utility software - helps you maintain your computer and keep it in good running condition

  5. What Is an Operating System? • The operating system (OS) controls all other software and allows the hardware devices to work properly. Some popular operating systems are: • Microsoft Windows - for PCs • Mac OS - for Apple computers • Linux - for very large network computers • Handheld operating systems - for PDAs, MP3 players, and cell phones • What Is a GUI? • Nearly all modern operating systems use a graphical user interface (GUI). This lets users click on images or text on the screen instead of having to type commands.

  6. Examples of Operating Systems • Microsoft Windows • Mac OS • Linux • Ubuntu

  7. How Do I Use Software? It is important to choose the right software program for the type of task you want to do:

  8. Summary • E-mail • Software • Application • Operating system • Utility

  9. Next class • Computer Hardware

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