Put Your Computer Software Knowledge to the Test

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What is software?

  • A type of hardware used in computer systems.
  • A physical component of a computer system.
  • A set of instructions, data or programs used to operate computers and execute specific tasks. (correct)
  • A type of programming language

What is the primary function of a programming language?

  • To connect different hardware components in a computer system.
  • To provide instructions to the computer system so that it can perform a processing activity. (correct)
  • To provide a graphical user interface for users.
  • To provide a database management system for users.

What is system software?

  • Software that helps users solve particular computing problems.
  • Software designed to provide specific services for users.
  • Software which provides an interface and services both for users and for other software
  • A collection of programs designed to operate, control, and extend the processing capabilities of the computer itself. (correct)

What are the two classifications of computer programs?

<p>System software and application software (D)</p>
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What is an operating system?

<p>Software which provides an interface and services both for users and for other software (A)</p>
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What is a personal computer?

<p>A multi-purpose electronic computer intended to be operated directly by an end-user who is not necessarily a computer expert or technician. (A)</p>
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What is an embedded system?

<p>A computer system implanted in and dedicated to the control of another device (A)</p>
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What is an example of an enterprise operating system?

<p>Linux (A)</p>
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