Exam 3: Computer Software

Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases are examples of _____.

Matthew's computer uses the Windows operating system. He decides to switch to the Linux operating system as the software available for Linux cost relatively lesser than those for Windows. Identify a strong reason for Matthew to switch from Windows to Linux operating system.

Which of the following is a difference between installed software and cloud software?

Jane's computer operates on a disk operating system (DOS). Since the interface is difficult to use, she decides to install a new operating system that allows her to use icons and buttons to issue instructions to the computer. Which of the following types of interface should Jane choose?

A computer cannot function without a(n) _____.

Which of the following is a difference between bitmap images and vector images?

On a computer with two or more CPUs, _____ is a technique in which each processor or core works on a different job.

Which of the following devices uses application software different from those in desktop computers?

A computer's operating system is loaded into memory during the eviction process.

Case 3-2 Application software (apps) includes all the programs that allow you to perform specific tasks or applications on a computer. Individuals and businesses use software to write letters, keep track of finances, participate in videoconferences, watch videos, make business presentations, process orders, access Web-based resources, and many other tasks. In the following questions, identify the tasks of different application software. Norah has a son who is in grade 2. She wants to host a small birthday party for him and his friends. Although she wants the invites to look attractive and professional, she does not want to spend money on a professional printer. Which of the following software can help Norah?

The images in the accompanying figure are all examples of presentation graphics.

Schools or businesses that need to install software on a large number of computers can usually obtain a _____ for the number of users needed.

Samuel downloads a program that is free of charge from the Internet, which he cannot share with others for evaluation purposes. After using the program for 30 days, he gets a notification asking him to pay a small fee to continue using the program. Samuel has downloaded a _____.

Salma wants to buy a smartphone. She does not have any knowledge about the specifications and types of phones available in the market as this is her first smartphone. The types of operating systems that Salma can choose from are Windows 8, Android, and iOS.

T he core of a computer's operating system is called the _____.

Case 3-2 Application software (apps) includes all the programs that allow you to perform specific tasks or applications on a computer. Individuals and businesses use software to write letters, keep track of finances, participate in videoconferences, watch videos, make business presentations, process orders, access Web-based resources, and many other tasks. In the following questions, identify the tasks of different application software. Patrick needs a specialized program to track his personal expenses, manage stock portfolios, and prepare income taxes. For this purpose, Patrick should purchase _____.

The accompanying figure shows the _________ operating system.   ​A)Mac OS B)DOS C)Windows D)Batch

Evan needs to download and print an acknowledgement he has received for an online application form. After the download is completed, the computer gives an option to save and print the document. When Evan clicks the option, the file is placed in a buffer so that the printer can retrieve it. This process is called _____.

_________ are designed to be used with smartphones and other mobile devices. A)Mobile operating systems B)Smart operating systems C)IBM mainframes D)Personal operating systems

If a problem occurs-such as if a program stops functioning or too many programs are open for the amount of memory installed-an operating system notifies the user and tries to correct the problem by _____.