[Teisha Nolen]

Software applications run on our operating system and help us accomplish specific tasks. Some common types are Freeware, which is software that is offered for free. Open Source, which allows users to use and modify the code, and licensed software applications or packages that require some sort of license to use.

Much of what I use in my job is commercially licensed software. I have the Microsoft Office Suite installed on my computer at work and use Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook daily. Another application that I use is Adobe Acrobat. Note that I have Adobe Reader at home, which is a Freeware application. At work, I need the ability to edit PDFs and therefore have a license for Adobe Acrobat.

Additionally, I use applications on my mobile devices. I have an application called AppSuite that I am able to use to access my work tasks if I am out in the field. Additionally, I use my Teams app on my work cell to stay connected when in the field or traveling. I am always a call away from my members (customers) with my Dialpad application that provides me with a desk phone number that will ring to my desk, as well as my cell. These are just a few of the applications that I interact with daily.