Software - Types of software and interrupts

What is the main function of system software?

• To edit documents
• To manage spreadsheets
• To control and manage computer hardware operations
• To create animations

What does application software allow a user to do?

• Manage hardware resources
• Perform specific tasks
• Translate programming languages
• Defragment the disk

Which of these is an example of application software?

• Operating system
• Device driver
• BIOS
• Word processor

Which utility software helps in removing viruses from a computer?

• Browser
• Compiler
• Photo editing software
• Spreadsheet

What is the main role of utility software in a computer system?

• To perform maintenance tasks
• To manage hardware resources
• To create and edit documents
• To provide an interface for users

What does a defragmentation utility do?

• Rearranges fragmented data to improve access speed
• Backs up important files
• Scans for viruses
• Encrypts sensitive files

Why must antivirus software be regularly updated?

• To delete old files
• To guard against newly discovered viruses
• To optimize system performance
• To increase disk space

What is the purpose of backup software?

• To store duplicate copies of files
• To defragment the disk
• To check for file corruption
• To remove malicious programs

What are device drivers used for?

• To edit documents
• To translate data for peripheral devices
• To optimize hardware performance
• To scan for viruses

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To monitor internet usage
• To manage computer resources and provide an interface for users
• To defragment the hard disk
• To create graphics