10 Questions
Software engineering is the study of how to build and maintain software systems
True
Hardware refers to the physical aspects of a computer
True
A web browser is an example of software application
True
Ian Sommerville is the author of the book 'Software Engineering: A Practitioner's Approach'
False
Software is a set of instructions, data, or programs used to operate a computer and execute specific tasks
True
Which of the following best describes software?
A set of instructions, data, or programs used to operate a computer and execute specific tasks
What is the main focus of software engineering?
Developing and maintaining software systems
Which book is not mentioned as a recommended text for the course?
Introduction to Software Development, John Smith
What does the term 'hardware' refer to in the context of computers?
The physical components of a computer system
Which aspect is NOT included in the lecture objectives for students?
Understanding different types of web browsers
Study Notes
What is Software Engineering?
- Software engineering is the study of how to build and maintain software systems.
What is Software?
- Software is a set of instructions, data, or programs used to operate a computer and execute specific tasks.
Examples of Software
- A web browser is an example of a software application.
Terminology
- Hardware refers to the physical aspects of a computer.
Authors and Books
- Ian Sommerville is the author of the book 'Software Engineering: A Practitioner's Approach'.
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