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Systems software includes operating systems, utilities, and middleware.
Systems software includes operating systems, utilities, and middleware.
True
Application software is not necessary for personal, workgroup, or enterprise business objectives.
Application software is not necessary for personal, workgroup, or enterprise business objectives.
False
The operating system is sometimes referred to as the 'brain of the computer' rather than the 'soul of the computer.'
The operating system is sometimes referred to as the 'brain of the computer' rather than the 'soul of the computer.'
False
There are four basic approaches to developing application software.
There are four basic approaches to developing application software.
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Programming languages are not commonly used in today's software development.
Programming languages are not commonly used in today's software development.
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What is the basic function of systems software?
What is the basic function of systems software?
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What is the role of the operating system in embedded systems?
What is the role of the operating system in embedded systems?
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What is the primary purpose of application software?
What is the primary purpose of application software?
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What are the three basic approaches to developing application software?
What are the three basic approaches to developing application software?
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What is a common function performed by the operating system?
What is a common function performed by the operating system?
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Study Notes
Systems Software
- Includes operating systems, utilities, and middleware
Role of Operating System
- Referred to as the 'brain of the computer'
- Plays a crucial role in embedded systems
Application Software
- Primary purpose is to support personal, workgroup, or enterprise business objectives
- Developed using four basic approaches
- Not necessary for personal, workgroup, or enterprise business objectives (contradictory statement)
Software Development
- Typically involves the use of programming languages
- Approaches to developing application software:
- (No information provided about the three basic approaches)
Operating System Functions
- Performs various common functions
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Description
Test your knowledge on software types, operating system functions, application software support, and app development approaches. This quiz covers the basic functions of software, the role of operating systems in embedded systems, and how application software supports personal, workgroup, and enterprise business objectives.
