Software and Operating Systems Quiz

What is system software?

• Software designed for end users

• Software that manages computer hardware and software resources

• Software that helps create documents

• Software for entertainment

Which of the following is an example of user software?

• Operating System

• Antivirus

• Word Processor

• Disk Defragmenter

What is one of the main roles of an operating system?

• To manage network security

• To provide a user interface

• To create web pages

• To play video games

Which of the following is NOT a role of an operating system?

• Process management

• Memory management

• Data compression

• Device management

What type of software is used to protect a computer from malware?

• Utility software

• System software

• User software

• Network software

Which utility software helps in reclaiming disk space by rearranging fragmented data?

• Backup software

• Antivirus

• Disk Defragmenter

• Firewall

What is the primary function of backup software?

• To speed up the computer

• To protect against viruses

• To save copies of data for recovery

• To compress files

A screensaver is primarily used for:

• Protecting against malware

• Providing entertainment

• Preventing screen burn-in

• Increasing performance

Which software acts as a barrier to prevent unauthorized access to a network?

• Backup software

• Firewall

• Disk Defragmenter

• Word Processor

Data compression software is used to:

• Increase the size of files

• Decrease the size of files

• Create backups

• Manage memory