System Software and User Interfaces

What is the purpose of an operating system?

• To provide a platform for application software to run

• To manage the memory for the processor

• To maintain the computer system

• To translate operating system instructions into hardware commands

Which type of software helps to maintain the computer system?

• Operating system

• Application software

• Utility software

• Device drivers

What is the role of the operating system in relation to application software?

• To provide a user interface for the application software

• To manage the memory for the application software

• To provide a platform for the application software to run

• To translate application software instructions into hardware commands

Which type of user interface is known for its visual and interactive nature?

• Graphical user interface (GUI)

• Command line interface

• Menu-driven interface

• Natural language interface

What is a command line interface best-suited for?

• Beginners

• Advanced users

• Automating processes with scripts

• Performing technical tasks

Which type of user interface is commonly found on cashpoints and chip-and-pin devices?

• Graphical user interface (GUI)

• Command line interface

• Menu-driven interface

• Natural language interface

What is the main advantage of a natural language interface?

• High reliability

• Efficiency and resource-saving

• Ability to automate processes

• Ability to interact using spoken language

Which software is responsible for translating operating system instructions into hardware commands?

• Operating system

• Application software

• Utility software

• Device drivers

What is the purpose of utility software?

• To provide a platform for application software to run

• To manage the memory for the processor

• To maintain the computer system

• To help maintain the computer system

Which type of user interface allows users to interact with a computer using spoken language?

• Graphical user interface (GUI)

• Command line interface

• Menu-driven interface

• Natural language interface