There are many different types of software systems and there is no universal set of software techniques that is applicable

for all systems and all companies. The software engineering methods and tools used to depend on the type of application

being developed, the requirements of the customer and the background of the development team. The most significant

factor in determining which software engineering methods and techniques are most important is the type of application that

is being developed. As a software engineer, discuss the concept of stand$-$alone systems. Include in the discussion

characteristics and a possible pro and con of stand$-$alone systems.