System Utility Software Quiz
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What type of software focuses on how the operating system works to ensure smooth computer functioning?

  • Debugging software
  • Antivirus software
  • Backup software
  • Utility software (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a system utility that scans for computer viruses and removes them?

  • Package manager
  • Antivirus utility (correct)
  • Clipboard manager
  • Registry cleaner

What type of software is used to expand the clipboard functionality of an operating system?

  • Clipboard manager (correct)
  • System monitor
  • File manager
  • Antivirus software

Which utility software provides detailed information about installed software and hardware on a computer?

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

What type of utility software is used to configure, install, or keep other software up-to-date on a computer?

<p>Package manager (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which system utility grants or denies requests for access to system resources?

<p>Computer access control software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an operating system?

<p>Manage hardware and software resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which task is NOT typically performed by an operating system?

<p>Analyzing computer performance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does utility software primarily help with?

<p>Analyzing and maintaining a computer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of file management in an operating system?

<p>Allocating and de-allocating resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of an operating system is related to preventing unauthorized access?

<p>Security measures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of error-detecting aids in an operating system?

<p>Debugging and error detection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of system software?

<p>To help run computer hardware and system itself (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software serves as the interface between hardware and end users?

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

What are some examples of system software?

<p>Operating systems and disk formatting software (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of system software according to the text?

<p>Closeness to the system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of software is written in low-level languages?

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

What characteristic makes system software difficult to manipulate?

<p>Closeness to the system (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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