作者:Micaela Lopez 13 年以前
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Clasification of Applications
Different types of software offer varying degrees of functionality, cost, and user permissions. Freeware is software that can be downloaded online for free, but it often comes with limitations such as restrictions on altering the code.
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Crippleware It has a lack of functionality caused by a conscious effort from the manufacturer. Used as a tactic to get users to buy the full product. Applications Integrated Software Several applications rolled into one Ex: Microsoft Office, Adobe Master Collection, etc. Public Domain Software You can alter it Commercial Software Requires a registration key Almost always sold in a box Requires payment Malware (Malicious Software) Worm Replicates itself to hijack your system Trojan Horse Sends your personal information to another computer Keylogger Sends every key that you press to another computer Spyware Sends information about the user to the author Adware Might install cookies Ad-sponsored Shareware Does not allow copying and distribution Limited Number of times Features Time Freeware Sometimes crippleware Allows copying and distribution Not alterable Has a copyright Acquireable online as a download Limitless Free