Software Basics

What are the main functions of an operating system?

• Managing hardware resources, providing a user interface, running applications, handling system security, managing files and directories, facilitating communication between software and hardware

• Solving math problems, Painting portraits, Growing plants

• Cooking recipes, Weather forecasting, Playing music

• Building bridges, Writing novels, Performing surgery

Give examples of different types of application software.

• Safari

• Microsoft Word, Google Chrome, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop

• Final Cut Pro

• Microsoft Excel

Explain the categories of application software.

• Security

• Gaming

• Health

• Productivity, Multimedia, Communication, Entertainment, Utility

• Finance

What are the different types of operating systems?

• Real-time Operating System (RTOS), Single-user, Single-task OS, Single-user, Multi-tasking OS, and Multi-user OS

• Single-user, Single-task OS, Multi-user, Single-task OS, Multi-user, Multi-tasking OS

• Real-time Operating System (RTOS), Multi-user, Single-task OS, Multi-user, Multi-tasking OS

• Real-time Operating System (RTOS), Single-user, Single-task OS, Multi-user, Single-task OS

What is the role of the operating system in a computer system?

• Plays music in the background

• Makes coffee for the user

• Manages computer hardware and software resources, provides services for computer programs.

• Displays ads on the screen

How does system software differ from application software?

• System software is free, while application software requires payment.

• System software is used by end-users, while application software is used by developers.

• System software is only compatible with Windows, while application software works on all operating systems.

• System software provides a platform for running application software and manages computer hardware, while application software performs specific tasks for end-users.

Name some examples of operating systems.

• Unix

• ChromeOS

• Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

• Ubuntu

Discuss the importance of application software in everyday life.

• There is no need for application software as manual methods are sufficient.

• Application software is only useful for specific tasks, not everyday activities.

• Using application software is a waste of time and resources.

• Application software is essential for performing tasks efficiently and effectively in various aspects of daily life.