Exam 2: Introduction to Software and Apps

____ software controls a computer and its peripherals, such as its keyboard and mouse.

Basic software troubleshooting techniques include the following: stop and think, save and back up, gather information, research possible solutions, and ____.

____ technologies require users to log in with a valid user ID and password to access web-based content.

____ software, such as a word processing program, performs specific tasks.

Software interacts with computer hardware and other software in an organized chain of events; each link in the chain relays ____ along the chain until the job at hand is successfully completed.

In extreme cases, you may need to ____ your device to its original factory settings.

A user ____ gives instructions on using the program's features and troubleshooting common problems.

Code ____ contain modules of customizable code for common functions such as accessing files or issuing the Print command.

You can now purchase the use of many apps by paying a monthly subscription fee instead of paying for the entire product all at once. This arrangement is known as ____.

Application software performs computer-related operations and maintenance.

When your device does not respond to common recovery techniques, you may need to ____ your operating system to a previous version.

Software publishers periodically introduce new versions, or____, of their software products with entirely new features.

Java is a popular high-level language for web-based programming.

____ examine software code line by line to identify errors, such as incorrect formulas or logic errors.

When you run a program or an app, your computer or mobile device ____, or reads and transfers it, into memory so that you can use it.

A game app might require a(n) ____ to move to a higher level.

Preinstalled software that takes up a lot of memory and disk space is called ____.

When troubleshooting a computer problem, it can be important to note whether you can ____ the problem.

A fast-growing field called informatics combines information technology with social science.