Software Basics and Types Quiz

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What is the primary function of system software?

  • To control the computer's hardware and peripherals (correct)
  • To process data for user applications
  • To create and store typed documents
  • To perform data analysis and reporting

Which of the following is a characteristic of application software?

  • It manages the computer's hardware operations
  • It consists of basic system functions and utilities
  • It is solely responsible for network security
  • It requires user input to execute commands (correct)

Which of the following is an example of application software?

  • Firmware
  • Database Management System (correct)
  • Device Driver
  • Operating System

What distinguishes software from hardware?

<p>Software entails instructions that tell a computer what to do. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes a word processor?

<p>It is a program designed for creating and printing typed documents. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes system software?

<p>Controls a computer's internal functioning and hardware peripherals. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Application software is designed to operate computers and manage hardware.

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

What type of software specifically enables users to create and print typed documents?

<p>Word processor</p> Signup and view all the answers

The software that includes programs such as spreadsheets and database management is known as ______ software.

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

Match the following types of software with their descriptions:

<p>System Software = Manages hardware and computer's internal operations Application Software = Executes commands and processes data for users Word Processor = Creates and edits text documents Spreadsheet = Calculates and analyzes data in tabular form</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?

<p>Operating System (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Microsoft Word is primarily a system software program.

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

Name a common use for application software.

<p>Data processing, document creation, or calculations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Overview of Software

  • Software comprises all programs, procedures, and routines necessary for computer operations.
  • The term distinguishes instructions (software) from the physical components (hardware) of a computer system.
  • A program, or software program, consists of instructions for the hardware to complete specific tasks.

Types of Software

  • There are two main types of software:
    • System Software
    • Application Software

System Software

  • Controls internal functions of a computer, primarily through the operating system.
  • Manages peripheral devices, including monitors, printers, and storage units.

Application Software

  • Directs a computer to execute user commands and processes data for users.
  • Encompasses a wide range of programs, including:
    • Word processors
    • Spreadsheets
    • Database management systems
    • Inventory and payroll programs

Word Processor

  • A type of application software for creating, storing, and printing documents.
  • Among the most widely used software programs, with Microsoft Word being a leading example.

Overview of Software

  • Software comprises all programs, procedures, and routines necessary for computer operations.
  • The term distinguishes instructions (software) from the physical components (hardware) of a computer system.
  • A program, or software program, consists of instructions for the hardware to complete specific tasks.

Types of Software

  • There are two main types of software:
    • System Software
    • Application Software

System Software

  • Controls internal functions of a computer, primarily through the operating system.
  • Manages peripheral devices, including monitors, printers, and storage units.

Application Software

  • Directs a computer to execute user commands and processes data for users.
  • Encompasses a wide range of programs, including:
    • Word processors
    • Spreadsheets
    • Database management systems
    • Inventory and payroll programs

Word Processor

  • A type of application software for creating, storing, and printing documents.
  • Among the most widely used software programs, with Microsoft Word being a leading example.

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