computer application

An application, or application program, is a software program that runs on your computer. Web browsers, e-mail programs, word processors, games, and utilities are all applications. ... These programs include assemblers, compilers, file management tools, and the operating system itself.

Computers have revolutionized the way businesses operate in their respective industries. Technology has advanced so extraordinarily that those who are not using computers in their business are lagging behind. Those businesses without the application of computers can be at a major disadvantage against their competitors.