BCIS EXAM 3-2

Which of the following translation tools does NOT produce or store object code but translates instructions statement by statement?

• Assemblers

• Compiler

• Shareware

• Interpreters

Why should we use an uninstaller that comes with an operating system rather than the system's file management program to delete the folder containing the program's files to remove a software or app from a device?

• A file management program can delete files but cannot remove system entries.

• An uninstaller only deletes the shortcut icons from the desktop.

• A file management program is designed to optimize system performance, not uninstall software.

• An uninstaller removes the program files and any associated entries in the system files.

What do you call the rules each programming language has for writing instructions?

• syntax

• semantics

• compiler

• logic

What type of program would have a class named Student with objects called fullTime and partTime?

• service pack

• program design

• procedural language program

• object-oriented program

In which phase of the SDLC is the feasibility study done to determine if the project is worth pursuing?

• implementation phase

• Support and security phase

• Design phase

• Analysis phase

Which type of software is copyrighted and distributed for free for a trial period, and then requires you to send payment to continue using the program?

• Open Source Software

• Shareware

• Public Domain Software

• Freeware

A banking app requires stringent access control measures for security reasons. Which of the following techniques could be used to define who can use the app and what actions they can perform?

• Allow anyone to access the app without any verification.

• Use random codes that change every hour for access.

• Implement a public access policy where all actions are visible to everyone.

• Require users to identify themselves using biometrics or passwords.

Users of a new chat app reported many errors and bugs. What should the app developers release to solve the problems?

• Upgrades

• Service pack

• Restorers

• Patch finders

What is the goal of a DevOps methodology?

• to ensure that all programs are developed with maximum security.

•   to create programs that are only released after extensive testing.

• to minimize the use of automation in the development process.

•   to produce programs quickly and then offer continuous updates

Which software development method uses a linear, structured development cycle that completes each step before continuing to the next phase?

• whirlpool method

• waterfall approach

• software development methodologies

• waterfall method