Software Engineering Chapter 1: Fundamentals

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What is the main difference between generic and customized software?

Generic software has more features than customized software.
Generic software is more expensive than customized software.
Customized software is more complex than generic software.
Generic software is open to all users, while customized software is designed for specific client requirements. (correct)

What is the primary purpose of networking and web applications software?

To manage network security and encryption.
To provide the necessary support for computers to interact with each other and data storage facilities.
To develop web-based applications like HTML, PHP, and XML.
Both a and b. (correct)

What is the defining characteristic of embedded software?

It is designed for specific client requirements.
It is used for air travel, car rental, and hotel reservations.
It is embedded into the hardware, usually in the Read-Only Memory (ROM), as part of a larger system. (correct)
It is installed on a network of computers.

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of reservation software?

Developing web-based applications like HTML, PHP, and XML. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software is used to support the functionality of large systems, such as washing machines, satellites, and microwaves?

Embedded software (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of networking software?

To provide the necessary support for computers to interact with each other and data storage facilities. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of software?

To perform specific tasks or functions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of software?

Hardware drivers (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the intangible component of a computer system?

The software (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of software engineering?

To deliver high-quality software products (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of software in the text?

Hardware drivers (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of software engineering ethics and code of ethics?

To assist software engineers in delivering high-quality software products (B) Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates utility software from other software?

Size, cost, and complexity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software is used to reduce paperwork by tracking, managing, and storing documents?

Document Management Software (D) Signup and view all the answers

What capabilities are commonly provided by Document Management Software?

Versioning, metadata, security (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a software environment composed of?

Programs, libraries, utilities (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of good software is related to performance during operations?

Operational (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do programmers typically use software environments for?

Develop applications or run existing ones (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of software engineers beyond technical skills?

Behaving in an honest and ethically responsible manner (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a breach of software engineering ethics?

Using an employer's computer for personal game playing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should software engineers be mindful of regarding intellectual property?

They should be aware of local laws and protect their employer's intellectual property (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the concept of confidentiality in software engineering ethics?

Engineers should respect the confidentiality of their employers or clients (B) Signup and view all the answers

If a software engineer is offered work that exceeds their competence level, what should they do?

Decline the work and recommend someone more competent (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the most serious form of computer misuse mentioned in the text?

Dissemination of computer viruses (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of the incremental model mentioned in the text?

Reduced errors and increased reliability (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the evolutionary models mentioned in the text?

Waterfall model (A) Signup and view all the answers

In the incremental model, what happens in the 'Design & Development' phase?

The design of the system functionality and the development method are finished (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Requirement analysis' phase in the incremental model?

To identify the requirements and understand the system functional requirements (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of the incremental model mentioned in the text?

Iterative development (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key advantage of the incremental model mentioned in the text?

Reduced time to market (A) Signup and view all the answers