Question 1

What allows more than one piece of software to be used at a time?

Accepted Answer

Multitasking is the ability of an operating system to execute more than one task simultaneously, allowing multiple software applications to run at the same time.

Question 2

What system is used in computer appliances and special-purpose applications, such as an automobile, ATM, or media player and is used for a single purpose?

Accepted Answer

Embedded operating systems are specifically designed for use in appliances and special-purpose applications where the system performs a dedicated function or is designed for a specific type of software application. Examples include systems in automobiles, ATMs, and media players.

Question 3

What software controls the application software and manages how the hardware devices work together?

Accepted Answer

The operating system software controls application software and manages how the hardware devices work together, acting as an intermediary between applications and the computer hardware.

Question 4

What software helps save information if a computer crashes?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

What software contains course information such as a syllabus and assignments and offers drop boxes for quizzes and homework along with a grade book?

Accepted Answer

Course management software is designed specifically for educational purposes, including managing course information like syllabi, assignments, quizzes, and providing a grade book for instructors and students.

Question 6

Which license restricts the use of the software to one user at a time?

Accepted Answer

A single user license typically restricts the use of the software to one user at a time, meaning it cannot be installed or used simultaneously on multiple computers or by multiple users.

Question 7

What uses programs such as Window Washer which erases file histories, browser cookies, cache contents, and other crumbs that applications and Windows leave on a hard drive?

Accepted Answer

Preventative security software includes programs like Window Washer, which are designed to erase traces of activity (such as file histories, browser cookies, cache contents) to enhance privacy and security by preventing unauthorized access to this information.

Question 8

Which license enables anyone on the network to install and use the software?

Accepted Answer

A network user license allows multiple users on the same network to install and use the software, making it the correct choice for this question.

Question 9

What software controls how the various technology tools work together along with the application software?

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Question 10

What occurs if the system is failing and will load only the most essential parts of the operating system and will not run many of the background operating utilities?

Accepted Answer

Safe mode is a diagnostic mode of a computer operating system (OS). It can also refer to a mode of operation by application software. In safe mode, the OS loads only the most essential components, allowing users to troubleshoot and diagnose issues within the system. This mode is particularly useful for fixing problems that prevent the computer from starting normally.

Question 11

What is software for data recovery and relieves the burden of reinstalling applications if a hard drive crashes or becomes irretrievably corrupted?

Accepted Answer

Disk image software is designed for creating an exact copy of a computer's hard drive, including all the data, applications, and settings. This allows for easy recovery in case of a hard drive failure or corruption, without the need to reinstall applications.

Question 12

What occurs when the software vendor releases a new version of the software making significant changes to the program?

Accepted Answer

Software upgrades involve releasing a new version of the software with significant changes or improvements, unlike updates which are typically minor fixes or enhancements.

Question 13

What occur when the software vendor releases updates to software to fix problems or enhance features?

Accepted Answer

Software updates are released by vendors to fix problems or enhance features in existing software.

Question 14

What is any software that employs a user's Internet connection in the background without the user's knowledge or explicit permission?

Accepted Answer

Spyware is designed to collect information about a person or organization without their knowledge, often using their Internet connection in the background. This can include tracking and sending user activity to third parties.

Question 15

What software handles contact information, appointments, task lists, and email?

Accepted Answer

Personal information management software is designed to manage users' contact information, appointments, task lists, and email, helping individuals organize their daily tasks and communications efficiently.

Question 16

Which license enables any qualified users within the organization to install the software, regardless if the computer is on a network?

Accepted Answer

A site license allows any qualified users within the organization to install the software on multiple computers, often without a limit on the number of installations, as long as the installations are within the site or organization covered by the license.

Question 17

What software can remove software that is no longer needed?

Accepted Answer

Uninstaller software is specifically designed to remove software that is no longer needed, ensuring that all components of the software are properly removed from the system.

Question 18

What software organizes information on a hard disk in the most efficient way?

Accepted Answer

Disk optimization software, also known as disk defragmenter software, reorganizes the data on a hard disk to ensure that files are stored in contiguous spaces. This process helps in improving access times and the overall performance of the disk by minimizing the movement of the disk's read-write heads.

Question 19

What enables a user to return to the previous operating system?

Accepted Answer

System restore software enables a user to return to the previous operating system by restoring the system to a previous point in time.

Question 20

What provides additional functionality to the operating system?

Accepted Answer

Utility software provides additional functionality to the operating system, helping in the management, maintenance, and control of computer resources.

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