Deck 3: Computer Software

Question 1

If you work with large files, you might use a PDF utility to reduce file size for quick transmission or efficient storage.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Although photos can be edited using paint software like the kind shown in the accompanying figure, photo editing software typically provides tools that simplify common editing photo editing tasks.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

A(n) worksheet is a grid of columns and rows.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

With most computers, the operating system is sold separately.

Question 5

The Windows Task Manager can show all processes being executed by the processor.

Question 6

Adobe Photoshop is an example of drawing software.

Question 7

A(n) Web application is designed to run from a removable storage device, such as a USB flash drive.

Question 8

A(n) multiple-user license is priced per copy and allows a specific number of copies to be used at the same time.

Question 9

Most software uses a(n) GUI , which allows the user to give the computer commands using menus, buttons, icons, links, and more.

Question 10

RAM and the CPU are examples of computer resources.

Question 11

Data can be numbers, text, or images.

Question 12

The Mac OS X operating system is distributed under the terms of a GPL.

Question 13

Selecting an application from a menu is one method for installing a software program.

Question 14

A(n) setup program is a series of steps designed to guide you through the software installation process.

Question 15

Desktop gadgets usually start when a computer boots .

Question 16

A(n) widget is a utility program that is placed on a computer's desktop.

Question 17

With a Web app, much of the program code for the software runs locally on a computer, instead of running on a remote computer connected to the Internet or other computer network.

Question 18

The operating system is multitasking when more than one program is running at one time.

Question 19

The operating systems for mobile devices need to load the OS from the disk into RAM.

Question 20

PDF stands for Professional Document Format.

Question 21

The operating system for a handheld device is stored in ____.

A) the buffer
B) the motherboard
C) ROM
D) RAM

Question 22

Which of the following is an area of memory that holds data from one device while it is waiting to transfer to another device?

A) manager
B) device driver
C) processor
D) buffer

Question 23

All of the following are examples of application software EXCEPT ____.

A) document production
B) spreadsheet creation
C) communicating with others
D) programming languages

Question 24

As a consumer, you can choose from any of the following editions of the operating system shown in the accompanying figure EXCEPT ____.

A) Premium
B) Professional
C) Basic
D) Ultimate

Question 25

Which of the following steps comes last in the boot process?

A) Start bootstrap program.
B) Power up.
C) Identify peripheral devices.
D) Load operating system.

Question 26

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia has read the ____, which specifies the operating system and minimum hardware requirements for the software to run correctly on her computer.

A) setup instructions
B) validation codes
C) system requirements
D) shrink-wrap licenses

Question 27

Scrambling and encryption are methods used to prevent ____.

A) piracy
B) hacking
C) malware
D) software bugs

Question 28

Delia is installing new software on her computer. Delia knows that which of the following is true about software license agreements?

A) Shrink-wrap licenses go into effect when you open the packaging.
B) Software licenses are only legally binding if they are signed.
C) If the software is public domain, she can apply for a copyright to protect it.
D) If the copyright symbol © is not used, the software is not protected.

Question 29

The operating system shown in the accompanying figure is ____.

A) Linux
B) UNIX
C) Mac OS
D) Windows

Question 30

____ is copyrighted software marketed under a try-before-you-buy policy.

A) Shareware
B) Vaporware
C) Freeware
D) Open source

Question 31

____ software helps you carry out tasks using a computer, such as editing a photo.

A) Application
B) System
C) Shareware
D) Utility

Question 32

Which step comes first in the boot process?

A) Start bootstrap program.
B) Power up.
C) Identify peripheral devices.
D) Load operating system.

Question 33

The term ____ refers to any computer component that is required to perform work.

A) resource
B) hardware
C) software
D) device

Question 34

____ software has restrictions on its use that are delineated by copyright, patents, or license agreements.

A) Public domain
B) Protected
C) Proprietary
D) Shrink-wrap

Question 35

____ software is used by the computer for tasks that help the computer work.

A) Application
B) System
C) Productivity
D) Utility

Question 36

GUI stands for graphical user ____.

A) interface
B) Internet
C) information
D) icon

Question 37

The figure above shows ____.

A) Windows
B) Windows running on a Mac
C) Mac OS X
D) Linux

Question 38

Delia is installing new software on her computer. In order to activate the software and complete the installation, Delia needs to type in the ____.

A) EULA
B) validation code
C) system requirements
D) encryption key

Question 39

If a ____ is not performing correctly, the operating system usually displays in on-screen warning about the problem so you can take corrective action.

A) GUI
B) device driver
C) menu
D) multitasker

Question 40

Snow Leopard and Cheetah are names for versions of the ___________ operating system.

A) Mac OS
B) Linux
C) Windows
D) DOS

Question 41

If you are maintaining a university's student records, you would most likely use ____ software.

A) spreadsheet
B) word processing
C) database
D) presentation

Question 42

____ software like that shown in the accompanying figure helps you track and allocate resources.

A) Tax preparation
B) Project management
C) Personal finance
D) Statistical

Question 43

____ software is used by architects and engineers.

A) CAD
B) 3D graphics
C) Paint
D) Drawing

Question 44

If you are writing a letter, you would most likely use ____ software.

A) spreadsheet
B) word processing
C) database
D) presentation

Question 45

Microsoft Publisher is an example of ____ software.

A) word processing
B) desktop publishing
C) presentation
D) Web authoring

Question 46

A device ____ is a type of utility software that helps a peripheral device establish communication with a computer.

A) manager
B) driver
C) application
D) utility

Question 47

A(n) ____ is a collection of data that is stored electronically as a series of records in tables.

A) worksheet
B) spreadsheet
C) database
D) index

Question 48

____ software is a type of system software that is designed to perform a specialized task.

A) Utility
B) Operating system
C) Diagnostic
D) Application

Question 49

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ sequencing software and software synthesizers are great for sound effects and for controlling keyboards and other digital instruments.

A) WMF
B) MIDI
C) MP3
D) PDF

Question 50

If you are balancing a checkbook, you would most likely use ____ software.

A) spreadsheet
B) word processing
C) database
D) presentation

Question 51

You can use ____ software to analyze large sets of data in order to discover relationships and patterns.

A) reference
B) finance
C) statistical
D) mathematical modeling

Question 52

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ is a type of audio editing software.

A) Audacity
B) Sound Recorder
C) Fizt
D) Both A and B.

Question 53

Microsoft PowerPoint is an example of ____ software.

A) spreadsheet
B) word processing
C) presentation
D) database

Question 54

Utilities and device drivers are examples of ____ software.

A) application
B) commercial
C) system
D) productivity

Question 55

To create a wire-frame model, you would use ____ software.

A) CAD
B) 3D graphics
C) paint
D) drawing

Question 56

If you are preparing a series of electronic slides, you would most likely use ____ software.

A) spreadsheet
B) word processing
C) database
D) presentation

Question 57

____ software is generally defined as the software that allows you to be productive in an office setting.

A) Application
B) Commercial
C) System
D) Productivity

Question 58

____ art is a collection of graphic images, which may come with office productivity software.

A) Graphic
B) Drawn
C) Clip
D) Photo

Question 59

____ utilities scan incoming and outgoing files to be sure they are safe.

A) Security
B) Widget
C) Indexed
D) Monitoring

Question 60

As shown in the accompanying figure a ____ is a grid of columns and rows.

A) database
B) task manager
C) worksheet
D) diagnostic application

Question 61

What is an operating system? Describe three ways you can use an operating system. List the three main operating systems for personal computers in use today

Question 63

List four things that you should do in order to use data responsibly. Why are these things important?

Question 64

When you turn on a computer, you start the ____________________ process.

Question 65

A(n) ____________________ point is a snapshot of your computer settings, used if a hard drive causes system instability.

Question 66

____________________ gives computers the instructions and data necessary for carrying out tasks.

Question 67

A(n) ____________________ is an area of memory that holds data from one device while it is waiting to be transferred to another device.

Question 68

Explain what a software suite is, and mention the advantage and disadvantage of using software suites.

Question 69

The three main operating systems today are Windows, Mac OS, and ____________________.

Question 70

____________________ software helps you design and develop Web pages that can be published on the Web.

Question 71

The term ____________________ refers to any picture, drawing, sketch, photograph, image, or icon that appears on your computer screen or on your printed output.