Software Architecture Quiz

What is the primary purpose of quality attributes in software architecture?

• To define functional requirements

• To specify programming languages

• To set non-functional characteristics

• To determine budget requirements

Which of the following is a guiding principle for architects when designing systems?

• Quality attributes

• Budget constraints

• User preferences

• Project deadlines

Reliability in software architecture includes which of the following?

• Quick loading times

• Fault tolerance

• High resource utilization

• User interface flexibility

What does scalability in software architecture allow?

• Increased system complexity

• Improved aesthetics of the interface

• Handling an increasing load

• Faster initial deployment

Horizontal scaling in scalability involves:

• Adding resources to a single component

• Increasing CPU and memory on one server

• Upgrading the server infrastructure

• Adding more instances of a component

Which of the following is NOT a factor in maintainability?

• Modularity

• Testability

• Encryption

• Documentation

In security, what is the purpose of authentication?

• To encrypt sensitive data

• To verify the identity of users

• To grant permissions to all users

• To log user activities

Which quality attribute focuses on the ease of use for all users?

• Scalability

• Usability

• Reliability

• Testability

What aspect of usability ensures the interface works on various devices?

• Accessibility

• Scalability

• Responsive Design

• Modularity

Which attribute involves maximizing the volume of work a system can handle?

• Reliability

• Maintainability

• Performance

• Security