M1/19 (Computer Software)

What is software?

• The physical parts of a computer

• A type of computer virus

• Programs and instructions for a computer

• • None of the above

Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Microsoft Word

• Google Chrome

• Windows

• Photoshop

What type of software is used for specific tasks like word processing or browsing the web?

• System Software

• Application Software

• Utility Software

• Malware

What is utility software used for?

• Creating documents

• Maintaining and protecting the computer

• Playing games

• Designing graphics

Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?

• Microsoft Excel

• Antivirus program

• Adobe Photoshop

• Mozilla Firefox

What do programmers use to write code?

• Programming languages

• Hardware tools

• Operating systems

• Web browsers

Which of the following is a high-level programming language?

• • Machine code

• Assembly language

• Python

• Binary code

What is an algorithm?

• A type of software

• A computer virus

• A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem

• A hardware component

What is the first step in the software development process?

• Coding

• Planning

• Testing

• Maintenance

Why is testing an important part of software development?

• To add new features

• To ensure the software works correctly and is bug-free

• To design the user interface

• To sell the software