Information Technology Essentials Quiz
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What are the steps performed to solve a problem using a computer?

  • Designing the algorithm, testing the program, optimizing the solution
  • Identifying the problem, researching solutions, coding the algorithm
  • Understanding the problem, implementing the solution, evaluating the program
  • Analyzing the problem, proposing a solution, translating the algorithm into a program (correct)
  • What is the term used to describe the difficulty of solving computational problems?

  • Complexity (correct)
  • Undecidability
  • Efficiency
  • Decidability
  • What is the process of rewriting all the algorithm steps using a programming language called?

  • Testing the program
  • Implementing the solution
  • Optimizing the algorithm
  • Translating the algorithm into a program (correct)
  • What does the term 'computability' refer to in the context of computer systems?

    <p>The ability to solve problems using an algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the sets of finite steps for solving a problem?

    <p>Algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of software?

    <p>A collection of programs, libraries, data, and documentation as a single logical object to be run on a computer to perform specific tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of system software?

    <p>To provide the essential functions and services required for the operation of a computer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of application software?

    <p>To perform specific tasks for the end user.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is software defined in the context of computer systems?

    <p>As a collection of programs and data that directs a computer's hardware to perform tasks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes system software from application software?

    <p>System software provides essential functions for computer operation, while application software performs specific tasks for the end user.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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