Computing Y7 Hardware and Software Lesson 2 QUIZ

What is software?

• Physical parts of a computer

• Instructions and programs that tell a computer what to do

• Devices used to input data

• A type of storage hardware

What is system software?

• Programs used for creating presentations

• Software that manages and controls computer hardware

• Applications used to edit photos

• A type of output device

Which of the following are types of system software?

• Web browsers and games

• Operating systems and utility programs

• Word processors and spreadsheets

• Graphic design tools and video editors

What is an operating system?

• A type of input device

• Software that manages a computer's hardware and applications

• A program used to edit photos

• A type of storage hardware

Which of the following are examples of operating systems?

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Windows, macOS, and Linux

• Chrome, Firefox, and Safari

• Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

What is application software?

• Software that manages computer hardware

• Software designed to help users perform specific tasks

• The physical components of a computer

• A type of network system

What is utility software?

• Software for creating presentations and documents

• Software that performs maintenance tasks to optimise computer performance

• A type of hardware device

• Software for managing network connections

Which of the following are examples of utility software?

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Disk cleanup, antivirus, and file compression tools

• Windows, macOS, and Linux

• Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

Which of the following are examples of application software?

• Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Chrome

• Disk cleanup, antivirus, and file compression tools

• CPU, RAM, and motherboard

What was the purpose of the computer Alan Turing built at Bletchley Park during World War II?

• To issue a sleep plan

• To break encrypted German messages, specifically the Enigma code

• To develop the first personal computer

• To manage military communications