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Homework 3 Revision Quiz Components of a Computer System

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  • Q1
    What is open Source Software?
    Software that most be bought
    Software that can be altered
    Software with support
    Software that is licensed
    30s
  • Q2
    Open Source Software is Free?
    False
    True
    30s
  • Q3
    Which of the following is proprietary software?
    Mozilla Firefox
    Android
    Microsoft Office
    30s
  • Q4
    Which is not an operating system?
    Windows
    iOS
    Microsoft Office
    Linux
    30s
  • Q5
    Which piece of software allows an operating system to make use of peripherals?
    Task Manager
    Defragmenter
    File Manager
    Device Driver
    30s
  • Q6
    Fragmentation is when parts of a hard disk are chipped off
    False
    True
    30s
  • Q7
    Name the type of utility software used to decrease the size of files
    backup software
    defragment software
    Compression software
    encryption software
    30s
  • Q8
    Why do people use encryption software?
    To allow it to be sent on the internet
    To protect their data
    To reduce file size
    30s

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