Computer software

What is Computer software?

• A type of hardware used in computing

• A set of instructions that tell a computer what to do

• A machine that performs computations

• A computer storage device

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

• Operating system

• Word processor

• Monitor

• Spreadsheet application

What are the two main categories of computer software?

• Hardware and software

• System software and application software

• Input software and output software

• Network software and utility software

What is the primary function of system software?

• To create multimedia content

• To perform specific tasks for users

• To manage hardware and software resources

• To provide security for user data

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Operating System

• Web Browser

• Device Driver

• Firmware

What is the purpose of utility software?

• To manage network connections

• To provide a platform for application software

• To enhance the performance of the computer

• To create and edit documents

Which of the following is an example of system software that helps manage hardware resources?

• Virtual Machine software

• Device drivers

• Database management system

• Word processor

Which of the following is NOT typically a function of system software?

• Running user applications

• Executing system diagnostics
• Providing a user interface
• Managing hardware resources

Which of the following is an example of a modern utility program that improves system performance by optimizing storage and resources?

• Disk-Defragmenter

• Disk cleanup tool

• System performance monitoring software

• Cloud storage synchronization software

Which of the following best describes the primary role of an operating system?

• To run applications directly on the hardware

• To provide internet access to applications

• To manage hardware resources and facilitate communication between hardware and software

• To provide a user interface for interacting with the hardware