Computer Software Lecture 5: System Software
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What is the primary focus of system software?

  • Handling technical details related to using a computer (correct)
  • Interacting with end users and application software
  • Performing important maintenance tasks
  • Controlling and protecting desktop and laptop computers

Which of the following is NOT included in system software?

  • Operating system
  • Application software (correct)
  • Language translators
  • Mobile operating systems

What type of programs are considered as system software?

  • Device drivers and utility programs (correct)
  • Multimedia editing software and graphic design tools
  • Web browsers and email clients
  • Word processing software and spreadsheet applications

What is the main function of an operating system?

<p>Controlling and managing computer hardware and software resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does system software work with to handle technical details?

<p>Computer hardware, end users, and application software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key features of mobile operating systems according to the text?

<p>Controlling and protecting tablets and cell phones (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for starting or restarting a computer?

<p>Cold boot (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is designed for a specific application and controls smart watches, smart phones, video game systems, and small electronic devices?

<p>Embedded operating systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is designed to run on a network server to coordinate all communications between other computers?

<p>Network operating systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do most operating systems use to store data and programs in a system of files and folders?

<p>Files and folders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is the most widely used personal computer operating system?

<p>Windows (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for running more than one program at the same time?

<p>Multitasking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is commonly used by individuals and designed to run only with Apple computers?

<p>Mac OS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are specialized programs used to make computing easier called?

<p>Utility programs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the graphical representation used by most operating systems and application programs?

<p>Icons (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is an open-source, non-proprietary system that is a popular alternative to the Windows operating system?

<p>LINUX (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered as system software?

<p>Application software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of device drivers in system software?

<p>To enable communication between the operating system and hardware devices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of computing, what does 'DR' stand for in 'Computer Software DR SAMAR HESHAM LECTURE # 5'?

<p>Disaster Recovery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is commonly used by individuals and designed to run only with Apple computers?

<p>macOS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do most operating systems use to store data and programs in a system of files and folders?

<p>Hierarchical file systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key features of the operating systems that control tablets and cell phones?

<p>Touchscreen optimization and mobile app support (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the software that manages computer resources and provides a user interface?

<p>System software (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of operating system is designed for a specific application and controls smart watches, smart phones, video game systems, and small electronic devices?

<p>Mobile operating systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the graphical representation used by most operating systems and application programs?

<p>Icons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT included in system software?

<p>Mobile operating systems (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do most operating systems use to store data and programs in a system of files and folders?

<p>Files and folders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for starting or restarting a computer when it is already on and you restart it without turning off the power?

<p>Warm boot (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of system software?

<p>Managing computer resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of programs are considered as system software?

<p>Utility programs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of operating system is commonly used by individuals and designed to run only with Apple computers?

<p>Mac OS (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does system software work with to handle technical details?

<p>Hardware (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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