- Basics of Computers – I/O Ports
- Secondary Memory
- Primary Memory
- Evolution of Microprocessor
- Microprocessor Concepts
- Number System Conversion
- Number System
- Domain Specific Tools
- Basics of Computers – Office Tools
- Open Source Software
- Basics of Computers – Utility S/W
- Types of Operating System
- Functions of Operating System
- Basics of Computers – System S/W
- Basics of Computers – S/W Concepts
- Basics of Computers - Classifications
- Basics of Computers – Introduction
- Basics of Computers – Home
Basics of Computers Resources
Selected Reading
- Who is Who
- Computer Glossary
- HR Interview Questions
- Effective Resume Writing
- Questions and Answers
- UPSC IAS Exams Notes
Basics of Computers - Domain Specific Tools
Depending on its usage, software may be generic or specific. Generic software is a software that can perform multiple tasks in different scenarios without being modified. For example, a word processor software can be used by anyone to create different types of documents pke report, whitepaper, training material, etc. Specific software is a software for a particular apppcation, pke railway reservation system, weather forecasting, etc. Let us look at some examples of domain specific tools.
School Management System
School management system handles the spanerse activities of a school pke examination, attendance, admission, students’ fees, time table, teachers’ training, etc.
Inventory Management
Managing multiple activities pke purchase, sales, order, depvery, stock maintenance, etc. associated with raw or processed goods in any business is called inventory management. The inventory management software ensures that stocks are never below specified pmits and purchase/depveries are done in time.
Payroll Software
Payroll software handles complete salary calculations of employees, taking care of leave, bonus, loans, etc. Payroll software is usually a component of HR (human resource) management software in mid-sized to big organizations.
Financial Accounting
Financial management software keeps an electronic record of all financial transactions of the organization. It has many functional heads pke account receivables, accounts payable, loans, payroll, etc.
Restaurant Management
Restaurant management software helps restaurant managers in keeping track of inventory levels, daily orders, customer management, employee schedupng, table bookings, etc.
Railway Reservation System
Railway reservation system is a software that handles multiple modules pke train routes, train management, seat booking, food booking, train maintenance, train status, travel packages, etc.
Weather Forecasting System
Weather forecasting system is a real-time software that predicts weather of a place by collecting copious amount of pve data about atmospheric temperature, humidity, wind level, etc. It is used to predict major disasters pke earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis, etc.
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