WorksheetsSoftware and User Interfaces Review
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 16mins
Define Software
Linux is an example of an operating system
True
False
Students use a GUI software to make graphs for science class. Examples of GUI software are:
Excel
Word
Google Sheets
Powerpoint
Firmware works when hardware starts up
True
False
What are the types of Software?
Firmware
Programming software
Word
Middleware
What is OS?
Open Source
Operating System
Optical Sensor
Osmium
Firmware is very fast to run and tightly integrated with hardware.
True
False
A _______ _________ helps students revise by asking quiz questions and explaining answer. Fill in the blanks.
(a)
OSs need powerful hardware. This is an advantage of an Operating System.
True
False
Device Driver are small programs that allow the OS to 'talk' with some hardware devices.
True
False
Which is NOT an example of application software?
Microsoft Word
Google Chrome
Windows
Suzy uses her computer and tablet every day for school work and to play games. This is an example of a:
Software
User Interaction
User Interface
Command-line Interface
A touch or gesture interface can work on a normal desktop computer.
True
False
A Voice User Interface (VUI) or Speech Interface allow users to interact with a system using their voice. Which of the following are advantages of using this interface?
It is hands-free and fast for simple requests.
It is helpful for accessibility (e.g., user with visual impairments).
It hardly ever misinterprets accents or background noise.
Easy to manage complex tasks because all you are using is your voice.
What are some disadvantages of using Middleware?
Another layer to configure and secure.
Can add latency or complexity.
It makes reuse and scaling harder.
It improves the speed of all network communications.
Anna wants to maintain and optimize her computer to keep it running smoothly and protect her privacy. What type of Software should she use?
(a)
A digital fast food menu is an example of user Interface.
True
False
What are disadvantages of Firmware?
Hard to update.
Tightly integrated with hardware.
Only works with a full OS.
Can have critical bugs
A restaurant menu is an example of a:
Server Administration
Programming
Batch Job
Advanced file management
Middleware is a software that doesn't connect to different applications or services.
True
False
What is Firmware?
A software that users install to add new features to their devices.
A program used to manage files and folders on an operating system.
Temporary data stored in RAM for quick access
A low-level software stored on a small ship.
Which of the following is NOT an disadvantage of Firmware?
It is difficult to update.
It requires a full operating system to work properly.
It starts hardware reliably and runs very fast.
It is slow to operate and loosely connected to the hardware.
