Graphical User Interface
Abbreviated GUI. An object-oriented user interface that uses icon, pictures, and menus to choose from. Input is entered through this graphical interface using either a mouse or the keyboard.
The basics of GUI is a window, icons, menus and a pointer.
Word Processor
A program that enables composing, editing, and formatting of print material and sending of that material to a printer. Special fonts, colour, and graphics can be used. Examples of word processors are Microsoft Word and OpenOffice.
Spreadsheet
Resembling a ledger paper, a spreadsheet is used to perform calculations in a table of values arranged in rows and columns. There are formulas and functions to maintain the relation of each data entered with another. Spreadsheets, such as Microsoft Excel, helps users study all kinds of what-if situations.
Database Management System (DBMS)
A collection of programs that allows organized and efficient storage of attribute data. It allows easy editing and retrieval of previous data, making sure that all info is consistent with each other. DBMS is usually used in companies and organizations to manage employee information.
Utility Suites
A collection of utilities that serve a common purpose. For example, a security suite would consist of programs like antivirus and popup blockers that protect one's computer from viruses and unwanted data. File utility suites on the other hand, would have programs designed to help in the management of files.
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