Understanding Computer Software
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What is software?

  • The rules for how hardware and application software work together
  • The physical components of a computer
  • Any tangible object in a computer
  • A program that provides instructions for a computer (correct)

    • What does Utility Software do?

  • Stores and manages large quantities of data organized as records, fields, and files
  • Serves as an interface between the user and the computer
  • Performs very specific tasks and maintains specific parts of the operating system (correct)
  • Performs general tasks on the computer

    • What are the two interfaces of an operating system?

  • Command Line Interface (CLI) and Graphical User Interface (GUI) (correct)
  • Disk Compression and File Compression
  • Word Processor and Spreadsheet Application
  • Virus Protection and Disk Cleanup

    • Which type of application software is used to create professional-looking presentations containing various multimedia elements?

    <p>Presentation Software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a database application used for?

    <p>Storing and managing large quantities of data organized as records, fields, and files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of software helps with numeric data storage and calculations?

    <p>Spreadsheet Application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of an operating system?

    <p>Directing all activities and setting rules for hardware and application software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of utility software that performs a very specific task related to maintaining a specific part of the Windows operating system?

    <p>Virus Protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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