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Computer Software

Quiz by Vell Castañeda

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10 questions
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  • Q1
    What is an operating system?
    A computer game
    Software that manages hardware and software resources on a computer
    A programming language
    A type of hardware component
    30s
  • Q2
    What is the main purpose of antivirus software?
    To create documents
    To protect a computer from malware and viruses
    To connect to the Internet
    To speed up the computer
    30s
  • Q3
    What does 'software' refer to in computing?
    The physical parts of a computer
    A way to connect to the internet
    A type of computer virus
    A collection of programs and data that instruct a computer on what to do
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following is an example of application software?
    Microsoft Word
    BIOS
    Windows
    Linux
    30s
  • Q5
    What is 'open-source software'?
    Software that does not allow any modifications
    Software that is only available for purchase
    Software that can only be used on certain devices
    Software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify, and enhance
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the purpose of system software?
    To manage computer hardware and provide a platform for application software
    To develop programming languages
    To play music and videos
    To create new hardware
    30s
  • Q7
    What is a web browser?
    A hardware component
    An operating system
    A type of computer virus
    Software used to access and navigate the internet
    30s
  • Q8
    What is a software update?
    A new version of a software program that includes improvements and fixes
    A way to install hardware
    A backup of the software
    A new type of computer
    30s
  • Q9
    What does 'cloud computing' allow users to do?
    Only play online games
    Access and store data and applications over the internet
    Keep files only on local devices
    Manage hardware configurations
    30s
  • Q10
    What is a programming language?
    A set of rules and syntax used to create software programs
    A type of computer hardware
    A software application for browsing
    An operating system used for security
    30s

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