Productivity software includes applications like word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. It is used by almost everyone with a computer to increase productivity. Word processors help create documents, spreadsheets allow analysis of data and creation of graphs/charts, presentation software aids visual communication, and database software organizes information. Productivity suites bundle these applications together. Popular suites include Microsoft Office and free web-based options. Productivity software enhances business performance and is essential for computer fluency in education and work.

1. Productivity SoftwareJustin Ondrof and Kyle McDougle

2. What is it?Any Software that helps increase productivity

3. Such things as spreadsheets, word processing, database, and presentation software

4. It highlights that major abilities of a computer

5. Numerical analysis, graphics, information management, and document productionWho uses it?Productivity software is used by almost everybody who has a computerBesides the internet it is the most used aspect of a computer

6. Word ProcessingHelps people to create attractive and effective business documentsProvides an easy way to edit and enter textChecks spelling and grammarCan add graphics with ease

7. SpreadsheetsAllows users to analyze numeric and financial dataThe ability to enter complex formulas and have the computer automatically calculate itCan be used to make graphs and chartsProvides a structured way to look at things (organizational tool)

8. Presentation SoftwareIdeal way to communicate ideas to a group of peopleUsed by businesses, students, researchersProvides a speaker with a visual aid to guide a presentation

9. Database SoftwareManaging information has become the most valuable ability of a computerWebsites depend on databases to deliver important info to visitorsCan be used to track and analyze stocks and bondsAnalyze weather data to make forecasts

10. Personal Information Management SoftwareExamples are Microsoft outlook and Google calendar Helps individuals organize themselvesSet-up to do listsManage contact listsAct as an appointment calendar

11. Mobile SoftwareApps made for smart phonesAllows people to manage calendars and receive emails while away from their deskThere is also web-delivered servicesPopular ones are YouTube, Google maps, and facebook

12. Rich Internet ApplicationsSoftware that is available online, often for freeFaster internet capabilities along with advancements with web technologies and cloud computing gave rise to RIAsIf they continue to grow it will not matter if you have a Mac or Windows PC, just that you have internet

13. SuitesPackages of productivity software

14. Usually includes-word processor-spreadsheet-presentation software-personal info management software

15. Suites (cont.)Some also include: -database-management systems -information management -desktop publishing applications -note-taking software

16. Microsoft OfficeMost common productivity software suite.

17. Other Suites

18. Web-BasedAccessed through the web

19. Offers productivity software for freeZoho Office Suite and SkyDriveFree web-based suiteIncludes word processor, spreadsheet, etc.SkyDrive provides access to productivity software (Microsoft Office)

20. Business EffectsEnhances performance of employees