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i) Compatibility of the software: how the software integrates with other software particularly
the operating system and the user programs
ii) Requirements of the user: the selected software or package should fit user requirement as
closely as possible
Processing time: these involves the response time e.g. if the response time is slow the user
might consider the software or package as unsuccessful ^
iii) Controls: the software should have in-built controls which may include password options,
validation checks, audit trails or trace facilities etc
iv) The software should support printing of documents
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A friend has approached you for advice on the purchase of a new computer. He wishes to use the
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write his college work.
Required:
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i. RAM.
ii. Processor.
iii. Secondary storage.
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Date posted: May 13, 2019. Answers (1)