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What is the primary function of system software?
What is the primary function of system software?
- To provide driving directions and write reports
- To diagnose problems with hardware components
- To help the computer work and run all programs on it (correct)
- To carry out tasks such as sending email and editing photos
In addition to computers, where else can software be used?
In addition to computers, where else can software be used?
- Electric fans and light bulbs
- Television sets and microwave ovens
- Retail and banking machines (correct)
- Washing machines and refrigerators
What are some examples of tasks that application software helps with?
What are some examples of tasks that application software helps with?
- Diagnosing problems with hardware components
- Editing a photo and writing a report (correct)
- Running all the programs on the computer
- Providing driving directions and getting street-by-street directions
Which subcategories can system software be grouped into?
Which subcategories can system software be grouped into?
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What does software do when you press buttons or touch a screen to tell a machine what to do?
What does software do when you press buttons or touch a screen to tell a machine what to do?
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System Software can be grouped into subcategories for operating system, utilities, and ______
System Software can be grouped into subcategories for operating system, utilities, and ______
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Application Software can be grouped according to its function, such as ______
Application Software can be grouped according to its function, such as ______
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Software carries out your commands anytime you press buttons or touch a screen to tell a ______
Software carries out your commands anytime you press buttons or touch a screen to tell a ______
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You use software every time you use your desktop, notebook, or ______
You use software every time you use your desktop, notebook, or ______
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Software can be grouped in subcategories such as ______
Software can be grouped in subcategories such as ______
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