After you have read this chapter, you should be able to:

1. Discuss common features of most software applications.

2. Discuss word processors and word processing features.

3. Describe spreadsheets and spreadsheet features.

4. Discuss database management systems and database management features.

5. Describe presentation graphics and presentation graphics features.

6. Discuss integrated software.

7. Describe software suites and the different types of suites.