Thursday, June 14, 2012

Thing 13- Web Based Applications




ZOHO





I just created a ZoHo account and cannot wait to see what it is all about!  So far, I am impressed by the  vast amount of information provided for outsiders to use.  It creates everything for you from business to productivity and even collaboration applications.  I started off by creating a webpage something simplistic.  Zoho can do so much and everything is right on your page. Here is a tutorial for ZOHO

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In exploring the site, I saw how many features it provides.  I activated my Zoho Writer webpage after having to upgrade my Firefox and Chrome servers, what a pain, but I guess it needed to be done.  Once everything was ready to go, I created two test documents and letter using Zoho Writer.  Those are provided below.
Spelling Test Test 2

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ZOHO WRITER

4.) In exploring Google Docs, I was surprised at all the additional applications there were and on the same server.  One can create a spreadsheet, learn more about presentations, or word processing, and draw and all of the information can be saved on your account. "Creating and collaborating" is easy on Google Docs!  Google Docs was a little easier for me to use over Zoho Docs.

5.) I decided to show my spreadsheet to my blog using Google Docs:

 6.)  Students will be able to work collaboratively using Google Docs because it provides the option of sharing with more then one person.  Peers could send their documents back and forth and review one anothers work.  I really like how easy it is to use.  I would say you could start using this with fifth graders. picture


7. )  I liked Google Docs more.  It was easier to use and all the possibilities are in large color coded tabs for young students and adults to visibly see.  Additionally, adding a link to a document was much easier to find then with Zoho.  I have provided attachments for you to see the comparisons.  

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