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also enables you to perform calculations on the data, represent data in the form of
charts and analyse it.
Microsoft Excel, Gnumeric, and LibreOffice Calc are examples of spreadsheet software.
Database Management System (DBMS) Software
A database is a structured storehouse of data in the form of records made up of one
or more fields. A telephone directory and student attendance register are examples
of databases.
DBMS software is used to
create and manage databases.
It allows you to add, retrieve, Microsoft Access Oracle MySQL
search, sort, and print information easily from a database.
Microsoft Access, Oracle, and MySQL are examples of DBMS software.
Desktop Publishing (DTP) Software
Desktop Publishing software is used to arrange text and graphics into professional
looking documents such as brochures, magazines, newsletters, and posters.
Microsoft Publisher, Adobe
InDesign, and Canva are
examples of DTP software. Microsoft Publisher Adobe InDesign Canva
Presentation Software
Presentation software is used to
create and design presentations
in the form of slide shows, Microsoft PowerPoint LibreOffice Impress Keynote
animations, and video clips.
Microsoft PowerPoint, LibreOffice Impress, and Keynote are examples of presentation
software.
Graphics Software
Graphics software is used to create and edit images,
such as photographs, posters, charts, and logos.
Photoshop, Paint 3D, and GIMP are examples of graphics Photoshop Paint 3D GIMP
software.
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