After reading the resource chapter required for this module, 

 

Stair, R. M. & Reynolds, G. W. (2021). Principles of information systems (14.^a ed.). Boston, MA: Cengage Learning

• Capítulo 4: Hardware and Software

Evaluate the situations presented below. Answer the following questions about the topic of software. Use separate paragraphs to argue each situation presented. In your writing, include the answers to the questions. You don't have to include the questions . Answers must be logical, coherent and relevant. The reading must be fluid, accessible and explain what is requested. Includes examples.

1. Situation 1 : You must buy a personal computer ( laptop or PC) for your university work. What characteristics of the operating system would be important to evaluate when deciding which computer to buy? Which operating system would you select and why?
2. Situation 2 : You work in the administrative area of a retail store. One of the objectives for this year's work plan is to free up some administrative processes as it has been becoming increasingly difficult to achieve good results due to the limited resources of the company's technology, benefits and payroll departments. To free up some of those internal resources, it is recommended to use a SaaS strategy. What is a SaaS and how can it help to solve these operational problems? What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using SaaS? What precautions could you take to minimize the risk of using one?
3. Situation 3 : You are dedicated to selling artisanal products and you are in the process of opening an office for you and your 4 employees. As part of assembling your office technology resources, you should evaluate personal productivity software, including general-purpose tools and programs that support the individual needs of you and your employees. Identify three (3) application software that you would use for your business and explain how you would use them. Provide concrete examples of processes in which you would use them.