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TOPIC 6: APPLICATION SOFTWARE - Coggle Diagram
TOPIC 6: APPLICATION SOFTWARE
6.6 Application Software for Communication (cont.)
Video messaging
Differs from VoIP in that it is not a medium for discussions, but one in which you send a contact a short video instead of text.
a. Glide
Used to send fast videos to groups or individuals with no uploading or downloading required.
User can chat in groups as well as send and receive videos and text.
Available in the Apps Store and Google Play Store.
b. Samba
One step further; it automatically records the recipient's reaction to the video on the phone's front-facing camera.
Samba is only available for iOS.
Web conferencing
Generally used by businesses for meetings, training events or to relay other information to people in a remote location.
A monthly fee is usually required to use the software.
Participants can provide feedback to the moderator or chat with the room or an individual and make notes.
a. Adobe Connect
Used to create information and general presentations, online training materials, web conferencing, learning modules and user desktop sharing.
All meeting room are organized into 'pods'; with each pod performing a specific role.
6.6 Application Software for Communication (cont.)
Email
The old standby of regular email is still a heavily used communication tool, so a good email client is essential.
Most of emailing software works on any IMAP or POP account, allowing users to consolidate their mail into one place.
Types of email
Client based
Web based
Client based
Advantages
Can store as much email on your computer as you want and save it for as long as you would like.
The only limit is the size of your hard drive.
Able to read, write and reply to email while you are off-line.
Enabling users to easily sort, organize and coordinate with corresponding calendars.
Disadvantages
You can only check your email from a computer that has an email-client configured for your account.
Email (cont.)
Web based
Advantages
You can access it from any computer in the world that has an Internet connection.
No special email client software is necessary to install.
Disadvantages
Web-based email usually limits the amount of email messages you can store on the server.
6.6 Application Software for Communication (cont.)
Software as a Service (Saas)
SaaS is an alternative way in accessing software instead of traditional way.
SaaS refers to a subscription based model where the software is hosted in the cloud and accessed via the Internet.
Difference between Traditional Software and SaaS
Traditional software
Users need to purchase the software and install onto their computer with high price.
Licenses maybe limited to numbers of users.
SaaS
Monthly basis subscription, no upfront payment.
Users may end their subscription at any time.
The software is always updated.
Does not required storage space in computer because it stores in cloud.
Benefits of SaaS
No hardware cost
Pay for what you use
Updates are automatics
Accessible from any location
No initial cost setup
Usage is scalable
Cross device compatibility
Applications can be customized and white labelled
6.6 Application Software for Communication (cont.)
SaaS
Area of SaaS can be used
Accounting and invoicing
Tracking sales
Planning
Performance monitoring
Communication
Office software