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Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and ______ the Web
Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and ______ the Web
browsing
System software includes the operating system and ______ programs
System software includes the operating system and ______ programs
utility
The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the ______
The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the ______
computer
Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if ______
Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if ______
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The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as ______
The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as ______
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Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more ______
Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more ______
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Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional ______
Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional ______
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System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized ______
System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized ______
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The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a ______
The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a ______
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File management involves keeping track of files stored on the ______
File management involves keeping track of files stored on the ______
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The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer?
The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer?
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File management involves keeping track of files stored on the computer?
File management involves keeping track of files stored on the computer?
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Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more efficiently?
Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more efficiently?
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Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM?
Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM?
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System software includes the operating system and utility programs?
System software includes the operating system and utility programs?
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Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and browsing the Web?
Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and browsing the Web?
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The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as multitasking?
The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as multitasking?
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The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a GUI?
The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a GUI?
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System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized use?
System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized use?
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Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if needed?
Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if needed?
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The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the CPU?
The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the CPU?
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Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more efficiently?
Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more efficiently?
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Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if necessary?
Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if necessary?
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Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM?
Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM?
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The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as multiprocessing?
The ability of an operating system to have more than one program (task) open at one time is known as multiprocessing?
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File management involves keeping track of files stored on the hard drive?
File management involves keeping track of files stored on the hard drive?
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System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized use?
System software controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized use?
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The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a GUI (Graphical User Interface)?
The operating system interfaces with users, typically via a GUI (Graphical User Interface)?
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Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and browsing the Web?
Application software allows a user to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and browsing the Web?
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System software includes the operating system and application programs?
System software includes the operating system and application programs?
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Study Notes
Application Software
- Allows users to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as word processing, playing a game, preparing taxes, and browsing the Web
System Software
- Includes the operating system and utility programs
- Controls hardware configuration, manages hard drive, and protects from unauthorized use
Operating System
- Acts as an intermediary between the user and the CPU
- Interfaces with users, typically via a GUI (Graphical User Interface)
- Enables multitasking, allowing more than one program (task) to be open at one time
Device Management
- Device drivers are often needed for configuring devices and can be reinstalled if needed
Processing and Memory
- Multiprocessing and parallel processing involve the use of multiple processors (or multiple cores) in one computer system to perform work more efficiently
- Virtual memory is a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM
File Management
- Involves keeping track of files stored on the hard drive
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Test your knowledge about system software, operating systems, and utility programs with this quiz based on Chapter 5 of 'Understanding Computers: Today and Tomorrow, 13th Edition' by Dr. Mohamed Issa. Explore the differences between system software and application software, various types of operating systems, and their functions.
