Quick Review Cards for Medical Laboratory Science

Computer Software Laboratory Operations Review 43

TERM EXPLANATION

Software

Operating system software

Application software

Word processor

Spreadsheet

Database

Browser

Programs that tell computer what to do

Program that controls basic functions of computer, e.g., Microsoft Windows

Programs designed to meet specific needs of users, e.g., word processing

Application program that allows for manipulation of text. Used to write letters, reports, etc.

Application program to manipulate numbers & perform mathematical calculations. Used to prepare

financial statements, budgets, etc.

Application program to organize, store, sort, & retrieve data (words or numbers).

Program that provides access to Internet, e.g., Microsoft Internet Explorer