Chapter 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the followings is not a type of software?

• Utility

• Application

• OS

• Peripheral

Multiple Choice

Software is a physical part of a computer

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

A signal sent by a program or device to the CPU to pay attention.

• Interrupt

• Command

• Cycle

• Interface

• System code

Multiple Choice

Which of the followings is an example of a file management task of OS?

• Creating a folder

• Changing the password of the account

• Distributing memory among programs

• Handling interrupts

Reorder

Reorder the following software types from top to bottom.

• Application

• OS

• Firmware

• Bootstrap

1

2

3

4

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

Match

Match the following application software with the example

• Spreadsheet

• Word processor

• Presentation

• Media player

• Graphic editor

MS Excel

MS Word

Google Slides

VLC player

Photoshop

• MS Excel

• MS Word

• Google Slides

• VLC player

• Photoshop

Open Ended

In what ways do you think system software impacts your daily interaction with computers?

Multiple Choice

Why is system software considered essential for the functioning of a computer system?

• Because it provides entertainment to users

• Because it manages hardware resources and runs application software

• Because it increases the speed of the internet

• Because it stores user files

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between punched cards and punched tapes as shown in the image?

• Punched cards contain the program, while punched tapes contain the data.

• Punched cards are used for output, while punched tapes are used for input.

• Punched cards are more modern than punched tapes.

• Punched tapes are used for storing images, while punched cards store text.

Open Ended

Describe the process of using a computer without an operating system based on the diagram.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of an operating system?

• A software that controls hardware and interacts with application software.

• A device that stores data permanently.

• A program used only for gaming purposes.

• A hardware component that processes information.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are examples of user-system interfaces?

• Graphical User Interface

• Command-line Interface

• Printer Interface

• Network Interface

Open Ended

Explain how the program-hardware interface helps software programs communicate with hardware components.

Multiple Choice

Which resources are required by processes to run simultaneously in a computer system?

• RAM and processing power

• Storage and bandwidth

• Network and graphics

• Input and output devices

Open Ended

Explain how the operating system manages scheduling and conflict resolution between processes.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are important aspects of memory management in an operating system?

• Memory protection

• Virtual memory

• Optimizing memory usage

• File naming convention

Multiple Choice

Which feature of file management ensures that only authorized entities can access specific information or perform certain actions?

• Access control mechanism

• File naming convention

• Directory structure

• Memory protection

Open Ended

Describe two ways in which the operating system contributes to security management.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key responsibility of an operating system in error detection and recovery?

• Pausing ongoing processes and offering error diagnostics

• Running utility software for disk cleanup

• Creating duplicate copies of files

• Reorganizing fragmented data on a disk

Open Ended

Explain how utility software differs from the operating system in terms of execution and functionality.

Multiple Select

Which of the following tasks can be performed by a hard disk formatter and checker?

• Erasing data from a previously used disk

• Establishing the file system using a directory

• Dividing the disk into logical drives

• Scanning for viruses

Open Ended

What is the main purpose of a hard disk defragmenter, and how does it improve disk performance?

Multiple Select

Backup software helps prevent data loss by:

• Setting up a timetable for backups

• Generating a fresh backup file only when there is a modification

• Erasing old backup files automatically

• Scanning files for viruses before backup

Multiple Choice

Which utility software helps reduce the size of files for easier storage or transmission?

• File Compression

• Virus Checker

• Subroutine Library

• Dynamic Linked Library

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to regularly update virus checkers?

• To ensure they can detect the latest threats

• To reduce file size

• To improve code integration

• To minimize memory usage

Open Ended

Explain how subroutines from a library can benefit programmers when developing software.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are disadvantages of including a routine's own copy in executable code?

• Increased storage space requirement

• Increased memory usage

• Reduced security

• Reduced code readability

Open Ended

Describe the purpose of a translator in the context of programming languages.

Multiple Choice

What is the analogy used to explain the difference between an interpreter and a compiler?

• Landing on a strange planet

• Repairing a spaceship

• Speaking an alien language

• Waiting for instructions

Multiple Choice

How does an interpreter translate instructions?

• Line by line

• Without any delay

• After the mechanic executes them

• All at once

Multiple Choice

System software provides a platform for running application software and manages computer hardware resources. Which of the following is NOT a component of system software?

• Operating system

• Utility software

• Program libraries

• Web browser

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about system software, what aspect of system software do you find most interesting or would like to learn more about?