Exam 4: Computer Software

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Because general purpose application programs, such as those for word processing and database management, significantly increase the productivity of end users, they are sometimes known as _______________ packages.

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A computer equipped with _______________ memory capability can process larger programs and greater amounts of data than the capacity of its memory circuits would normally allow.

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An accounting program is an example of application-specific software.

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Software licensing is a complex topic that involves considerations of the special characteristics of software in the context of the underlying intellectual property, including copyright, trademark, and trade secrets.

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The user interface function of an operating system typically:

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Which of the following characteristics does a high-level language possess?

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Linux, the most talked-about open-source product today, is a totally reengineered version of the _______________ operating system.

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Instant messaging is quite popular in today's society, outside of the workplace. It is not yet being used in the business environment.

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Presentation graphics packages help end users design and manage computer-generated slide shows that can contain text, graphics, and multimedia displays.

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_______________ allows groups of business professionals to send and receive electronic messages instantly. Thus, they can communicate and collaborate in real time in a near conversational mode.

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The specifications and functionality of custom software are controlled or retained by the developing organization.

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A key characteristic of object-oriented programming languages is that they separate the data elements from the procedures or actions that will be performed upon that data.

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Cloud computing is best described as:

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Groupware aids collaboration by providing users with _______________.

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Microsoft Office and Corel WordPerfect Office are examples of a combination of individual software packages that share a common graphical user interface and are designed for easy transfer of data between applications. Collectively, this software is referred to as a software _______________.

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Which one of the following would typically not be accomplished with presentation graphics software?

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Software is considered the _______________ part of the computer, whereas the hardware is considered the _______________ part.

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Extensible Markup Language (XML) classifies data in such a way that it makes website information easier to search, sort, and analyze.

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Fifth generation languages, which are designed to be as much as possible like spoken languages, are referred to as _______________ languages.

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