Types of Software Quiz

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Which type of software is designed to provide essential functions and services required for the operation of a computer?

  • Utility Software
  • System Software (correct)
  • Application Software
  • Malware

What is the relationship between application software and system software?

  • Application software runs independently of system software.
  • System software is a subset of application software.
  • Application software is designed to work in conjunction with system software. (correct)
  • Application software and system software are interchangeable terms.

Which term describes a software designed to cause harm to computers?

  • Malware (correct)
  • Adware
  • Shareware
  • Freeware

What distinguishes an application from other types of software?

<p>Applications are designed for specific tasks and functions for the user. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the nature of a collection of programs, libraries, data, and documentation as a single logical object to be run on a computer?

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

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Study Notes

System Software

  • System software is designed to provide essential functions and services required for the operation of a computer.

Application Software vs System Software

  • Application software relies on system software to operate, and system software provides a platform for application software to run on.

Malware

  • Malware is a type of software designed to cause harm to computers.

Characteristics of Applications

  • An application is distinguished from other types of software by its ability to perform specific tasks or solve a particular problem for the user.

Software Package

  • A software package is a collection of programs, libraries, data, and documentation that are treated as a single logical object to be run on a computer.

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