Basic Software Concepts Quiz

What is software?

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

• A type of hardware

• A physical component of a computer

• A type of memory

Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Operating System

• Microsoft Word

• Google Chrome

• Adobe Photoshop

_______is the process of starting up a computer called?

• Booting

• Shutting down

• Formatting

• Installing

Which of the following is an example of an operating system?

• Microsoft Windows

• Google Drive

• WhatsApp

• Zoom

What is cold booting?

• Starting a computer from a powered-off state

• Restarting a computer without turning it off

• Loading software from a network

• Using two operating systems

Which of the following is a modern way of transferring information?

• Email

• Smoke signals

• Drum sounds

• Cave paintings

What does ICT stand for?

• Information and Communication Technology

• International Computer Technology

• Internet and Communication Tools

• Information and Computer Tools

Which of the following is an ICT gadget?

• Computer

• Stone inscriptions

• Papyrus scrolls

• Fire beacons

What is an application?

• A software program designed to perform specific tasks

• A type of hardware

• A computer memory

• A type of operating system

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Microsoft Word

• BIOS

• Device Drivers

• Operating System