How can I ensure that I’m choosing the right computer system?
To computerize your business you will have to choose the right programs, select the right equipment and implement the various applications. Generally, there are three types of software. Compilers and interpreters translate programs written in programming language that people can use into machine language that the CPU can execute. Operating system software control all the separate components of the computer. System software generally comes with the computer and must loaded into memory before the application software can work. In addition, application software is composed of programs that make the computer perform particular functions, such as payroll check writing, accounts receivable, posting or inventory reporting and are normally purchased separately from the computer hardware. To determine your requirements, prepare a list of all functions in your business in which speed and accuracy are needed for handling volumes of information. These are called applications. For each of these app
