October Revision Quiz (2 and 5)

What are the two main categories of software?

• Application Software and System Software

• Hardware and Software

• User Software and Developer Software

• Operating Software and Utility Software

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• MS Word

• Operating System

• Utility Program

• Hardware Driver

What is the primary function of system software?

• To enable hardware to function correctly

• To create and edit images

• To play music

• To type letters

What is the primary role of system software (OS) on a computer?

• To manage all programs and data

• To design user interfaces

• To create software applications

• To provide internet connectivity

Which of the following is NOT a main area managed by the OS?

• Memory

• Storage

• Processing Time

• Network Security

What happens to programs and data files when they are no longer required by the user?

• They are deleted permanently

• They are transferred back to the hard disk

• They are stored in the cloud

• They remain in the main memory

What does the OS manage in terms of storage?

• The OS manages the storage of software applications and data installed on the computer system.

• The OS manages the network connections.

• The OS manages the user interface design.

• The OS manages the power supply.

How does the OS handle data retrieval from the hard drive?

• Data can be retrieved anytime from the hard drive.

• Data can only be retrieved during startup.

• Data retrieval is not possible.

• Data can be retrieved only once a day.

What does the OS do with data and files on the hard drive?

• Saves data to the first available location and may split files into different sizes.

• Deletes all data after saving.

• Encrypts all data permanently.

• Sends data to the cloud automatically.

How does the OS allocate processing time?

• Between running programs and the user(s).

• Only to the user(s).

• Only to the running programs.

• Equally to all tasks regardless of priority.