Understanding Utility and Application Software

What is the primary purpose of utility software?

• To entertain users

• To maintain and optimise computer performance

• To create documents

• To browse the internet

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Disk Cleanup

• Microsoft Word

• Task Manager

• Device Manager

Which utility software is used to protect a computer from malware?

• Antivirus software

• Spreadsheet software

• Word processor

• Web browser

What is the main function of a file compression utility?

• To increase file size

• To reduce file size

• To delete files

• To create files

Which of the following is NOT a type of application software?

• Word processor

• Spreadsheet

• Disk defragmenter

• Presentation software

What is the role of a backup utility?

• To create a copy of data for recovery

• To delete unnecessary files

• To edit images

• To play music

Which of the following is an example of a utility software?

• Adobe Photoshop

• Google Chrome

• Disk Defragmenter

• Microsoft Excel

What is the primary function of application software?

• To manage system resources

• To perform specific user tasks

• To control hardware

• To provide security

Which software would you use to organise and analyse data in tabular form?

• Word processor

• Spreadsheet software

• Database management system

• Presentation software

Which of the following is a characteristic of utility software?

• It is used for entertainment

• It is used to perform maintenance tasks

• It is used to create presentations

• It is used to browse the internet