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LEARNING GUIDE # 5
Unit of Competence: Install Software Application
Module Title : Installing Software Application
LG Code : ICT ITS1 L01 05
TTLM Code : ICT ITS1 TTLM 0511
This learning guide is developed to provide you the necessary information regarding the following
content coverage and topics –
This guide will also assist you to attain the learning outcome stated in the cover page.
Specifically, upon completion of this Learning Guide, you will be able to –
Document and report client requirements to appropriate person in accordance with the
workplace standard.
Act on instructions to meet client requirements in line with organizational requirements.
Learning Activities
1. Read the specific objectives of this Learning Guide.
2. Read the information written in the “Information Sheets 1” in pages 3-6.
3. Accomplish the “Self-check” in page 7.
4. If you earned a satisfactory evaluation proceed to “Information Sheet 2”. However, if your
rating is unsatisfactory, see your teacher for further instructions or go back to Learning Activity
# 1.
5. Submit your accomplished Self-check. This will form part of your training portfolio.
6. Read the information written in the “Information Sheet 2” in pages 8-12.
7. Accomplish the “Self-check” in page 13.
8. If you earned a satisfactory evaluation proceed to “Operation Sheet” in pages 14-15. However,
if your rating is unsatisfactory, see your teacher for further instructions or go back to Learning
Activity # 2.
9. Read the “Operation Sheet” and try to understand the procedures discussed.
10. Do the “LAP test” in page 16 (if you are ready) and show your output to your teacher. Your
teacher will evaluate your output either satisfactory or unsatisfactory. If unsatisfactory, your
teacher shall advice you on additional work. But if satisfactory you can proceed to Learning
Guide 2.
Your teacher will evaluate your output either satisfactory or unsatisfactory. If unsatisfactory,
your teacher shall advice you on additional work. But if satisfactory you can proceed to the
next topic.
Computer Software
We can also say software refers to one or more computer programs and data
held in the storage of the computer for some purposes.
Examples of Software
B. Educational Software: They are used to deliver tests and track progress. They
are used for educational purposes. Training management and classroom
management software are some examples of educational software. The software
used for purposes of edutainment, a form of entertainment that aims at educating
the masses, is also a form of educational software.
E. Media Development Software: They are used for the generation of print and
electronic media in the educational and commercial sector. Image organizers and
image editing software, animation software like Flash, audio and video editors as
well as the web development software are some well-known examples of media
development software.
G. Simulation Software: They are used for the simulation of physical and abstract
systems. Computer simulators that are used for simulating scientific concepts and
social ideas, battlefield, vehicle and flight simulators are some of the popular
examples of simulation software.
J. Device Drivers: They are computer programs, which facilitate the interaction of
high-level computer programs with the hardware devices. Drivers also provide
interrupt-handling mechanisms.
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K. Network Managers: They check computer networks, data transfers and log
events.
L. Virus Scanners: They scan for viruses on a computer system. They are widely
known as antivirus software.
N. Data Recovery Software: Apart from the facilities of copying of data files, data
recovery software supports the user needs of backing up important computer data.
It allows the user to specify what is to be backed up and when.
There are different types of computer software. What are their major
types? Let us see.
I. System Software: It helps in running the computer hardware and the computer
system. System software is a collection of operating systems; device drivers,
servers, windowing systems and utilities. System software helps an application
programmer in abstracting away from hardware, memory and other internal
complexities of a computer.
II. Application Software: It enables the end users to accomplish certain specific
tasks. Business software, databases and educational software are some forms of
application software. Different word processors, which are dedicated for specialized
tasks to be performed by the user, are other examples of application software.
Apart from these three basic types of software, there are some other well-known
forms of computer software like inventory management software, ERP, utility
software, accounting software and others. Take a look at some of them.
Please ask your teacher for the questionnaire for this Self-Check.
With increasing demand for higher processing power and resources in newer
versions of software, system requirements tend to increase over time. Industry analysts
suggest that this trend plays a bigger part in driving upgrades to existing computer
systems than technological advancements.
Often times manufacturers of games will provide the consumer with a set of
requirements that are different than those that are needed to run software. These
requirements are usually called the Recommended Requirements.
These requirements are almost always of a significantly higher level than the
minimum requirements, and represent the ideal situation in which to run the software.
Generally speaking this is a better guideline than minimum system requirements in order
to have a fully usable and enjoyable experience with software.
Hardware requirements
Architecture
Processing power
Memory
Secondary storage
Display adapter
Peripherals
Software requirements
Software requirements deal with defining software resource requirements and pre-
requisites that need to be installed on a computer to provide optimal functioning of an
application. These requirements or pre-requisites are generally not included in the
software installation package and need to be installed separately before the software is
installed.
Platform
Web browser
Other requirements
These are the minimum requirements for basic functionality. Actual requirements
vary, depending on the system configuration and the programs and features that you
choose to install. In installing new software, it is but necessary to know its hardware
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requirements before installing. You can check form the manufacturer, the accompanied
read me file or in the web. Here are some hardware requirements for some common
operating system software:
The minimum hardware requirements for Windows XP Home Edition:
Pentium 233-megahertz (MHz) processor or faster (300 MHz is recommended)
At least 64 megabytes (MB) of RAM (128 MB is recommended)
At least 1.5 gigabytes (GB) of available space on the hard disk
CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
Keyboard and a Microsoft Mouse or some other compatible pointing device
Video adapter and monitor with Super VGA (800 x 600)or higher resolution
Sound card
Speakers or headphones
Please ask your teacher for the questionnaire for this Self-Check.
This is a basic overview on how to install software programs, games, and utilities
on your computer. Installing a software program can depend on the operating system
being used and the program being installed. Because of all the different possibilities, we
have created the below steps as guidelines for installing programs in each of the major
operating systems.
General Tips
Make sure your computer meets the requirements of the program, game, or utility
you are attempting to install.
The manuals for the program or the readme file located in the same directory as
the install commonly contain exact instructions on how to install a program.
After installing or during the installation, a program may need to install other
programs, files, or utilities before it is able to run. If this is the case, the program
will commonly prompt you to install the program or you may need to run a
separate install before the program can be fully used.
When installing a program, utility, or game, it is always a good idea first to close or
disable any other programs that are running.
After installing a new program if it prompts you to reboot the computer, do it.
Many software programs, games, and utilities have an AutoPlay feature that will
automatically start the setup screen for the software program when the CD is placed in
the computer. If your program, game, or utility contains this feature, run the installation
through the screen that appears after inserting the disc.
1. Open My Computer.
2. Within the My Computer window, open the drive that contains the installation files.
For example, if the files are on a floppy diskette, open the A: drive. If they're on a
CD or DVD open the D: drive or the letter of the disc drive.
3. Within the drive that contains your files, locate either a setup or install file.
Double-clicking on this file should start the installation for the program, game, or
utility. If you see multiple setups or install files, try to locate the Application file or
double-click each of setup or install files until you find the file that starts the
installation. Many times the icons associated with the installation files have the
same name.
MS-DOS users
Users installing a program from Microsoft DOS should have a basic understanding
of the MS-DOS commands.
Please ask your teacher for the instruction for this Lap Test