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Which type of software allows users to modify the source code freely?

  • Commercial Software
  • Vertical Application Software
  • Proprietary Software
  • Open Source Software (correct)

Which software category includes Microsoft Office Suite?

  • Proprietary Software (correct)
  • Commercial Software
  • Open Source Software
  • Vertical Application Software

What does 'open' refer to in Open Source Software?

  • Availability for free download
  • Proprietary ownership rights
  • Freedom to modify the source code (correct)
  • Restricted redistribution

Which software category is specifically tailored to a user's unique requirements?

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

Which software type includes LibreOffice?

<p>Open Source Software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Commercial Software from Open Source Software?

<p>Development for sale to consumers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which software category can users typically not see or modify the source code?

<p>Proprietary Software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'User Vertical' applications are primarily developed to cater to:

<p>(C) Specific user requirements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of application license allows software to be installed on a single machine or device?

<p>Single license (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of a site license?

<p>Allows software usage within a specific geographical location (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of application does not require installation on local devices to use?

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

What is a key advantage of web applications over traditional desktop software?

<p>Accessibility from any device with a web browser (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In volume licensing, how are licenses usually purchased?

<p>In bulk at a discounted rate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of license scheme benefits from discounts based on the number of users or devices?

<p>Volume licensing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines web applications' cost advantage over traditional desktop software?

<p>Lower costs for development and maintenance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software runs on web servers and provides functionalities through a web interface?

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

How can you access the built-in help or manual section in many applications?

<p>By going to the 'Help', 'About', or 'Documentation' section in the menu (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes application software from system software?

<p>System software runs computer hardware, while application software is designed for end users. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a word processing software?

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

What might you find in a software's installation directory that provides information about the application?

<p>A 'Readme' file (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find user manuals, FAQs, or tutorials for software, according to the text?

<p>On the official website of the software (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What category does VLC Media Player fall under according to the text?

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

What important function do application licenses serve?

<p>Dictate how the software can be used, distributed, modified, or shared (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might a user have to pay after the trial period for shareware software?

<p>To access additional functionalities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software consists of operating systems and drivers?

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

Why is it crucial to understand the type of license that comes with an application?

<p>Because it stipulates how you can use, distribute, modify, or share the software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of application software?

<p>Allowing end users to perform specific tasks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might a physical copy of software like a CD or DVD come with?

<p>A printed manual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you purchased software online, where should you check for documentation according to the text?

<p>The website where you bought the software (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which software would be most suitable for creating a financial report?

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

What possible content does an official website of a software typically offer to its users?

<p>'User manuals', 'FAQs', or 'tutorials' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what aspect does shareware differ from freeware?

<p>'Freeware' does not require any payment, while 'Shareware' may need payment after a trial period. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common disadvantage of web applications as mentioned in the text?

<p>Dependency on server availability (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are web applications more vulnerable to security attacks compared to native applications?

<p>They rely on public servers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a dialog box in application software design?

<p>Display user input or notifications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element of the user interface is responsible for providing access to key functionalities?

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

Why do most web applications struggle with offline functionality?

<p>They heavily rely on servers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In application software design, what is the primary space where interactions between humans and the application take place?

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

Which user interface element allows users to input text?

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

What characteristic makes web applications more dependent on an internet connection?

<p>Heavy reliance on client-side processing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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