Lesson 5: Software and Applications
Week of Mon, Oct 12 · lesson closes Sun, Oct 18
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Know these cold
- System software manages hardware; application software serves users; drivers connect the two.
- .msi packages are preferred for enterprise deployment; .exe is simpler for end-user installs.
- SaaS delivers applications via browser with no local install; updates are automatic and invisible.
- Troubleshoot crashes with Event Viewer; performance issues with Task Manager; compatibility issues with compatibility mode.
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Dinner Table Question
Ask at home: Do you pay for any apps or software subscriptions? What would you lose if you stopped paying?
En español: ¿Pagas por alguna aplicación o suscripción de software? ¿Qué perderías si dejaras de pagar?