Computer Basics: Understanding Applications

What is an application?

• A type of computer

• A type of operating system

• A type of software that allows you to perform specific tasks

• A type of hardware that performs specific tasks

Which of the following is a well-known word processor?

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Word

• Instagram

• Windows Media Player

What is the term for running more than one application at the same time?

• Single-tasking

• Dual-tasking

• Parallel processing

• Multi-tasking

Which of the following is an example of a mobile app?

• Windows Media Player

• Gmail

• Internet Explorer

• Microsoft Word

What type of application would you use to listen to MP3s or watch movies?

• Word processor

• Media player

• Game

• Web browser