A spreadsheet is a computer program that displays data in columns and rows. Spreadsheets are primarily used to perform calculations on numerical data. The most popular and well known spreadsheet program is Microsoft’s Excel.

Spreadsheets can be used for:

• Sorting and filtering lists.
• Creating charts.
• Manipulating text.
• Statistical analysis.
• Mathematical and engineering calculations.
• Time and date calculations.

Due to the versatility and flexibility of spreadsheet programs they are widely used business.