Y8 Computing

All about Software

Mr David Kang

Year 08 Cambridge Unit 3

Software

Hardware

You cannot touch.

You can touch.

Software
Applications

Systems
Software

Systems Software

Systems Software is used to ensure that the
computing device can function as expected.

Applications

Software

Applications Software on computing device

helps you complete specific tasks.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary function of an operating system?

• Web browsing

• Word processing

• Managing system resources

• Video editing

Multiple Choice

What does the acronym "GUI" stand for in computing?

• General Utility Interface

• Graphic User Interface

• Graphical User Interaction

• Global Unification Interface

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?

• Windows

• macOS

• Linux

• Microsoft Word

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a utility program?

• To create text documents

• To manage system resources

• To perform maintenance tasks and optimize system performance

• To browse the internet

Multiple Choice

Which utility program helps to remove unwanted files and free up disk space?

• Disk Defragmenter

• Disk Cleanup

• File Explorer

• Task Manager

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of an antivirus program?

• To create graphics

• To protect the computer from viruses and other malicious software

• To edit videos

• To manage system resources

Multiple Choice

What does the term "booting" refer to?

• The process of shutting down a computer

• The process of starting up a computer

• The process of installing a new operating system

• The process of saving a file

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a type of operating system used on smartphones?

• Windows XP

• Android

• macOS

• Linux Mint

Design a student-friendly info page on the tonic of systems software. Your page should:

• explain the difference between operating systems and utility programs

• include graphic illustrations to show examples of operating systems that these students might be familiar with.

• explain the purpose of operating systems.

• include examples of utility programs that these students should be familiar with.

• describe the purpose of each of the utility applications you have identified.

• Have at least 10 slides.

• you may use canva.com