Question 1

Document production software that has sophisticated features to help you produce professional-quality output is considered ____.
A) word processing
B) desktop publishing
C) web authoring
D) spreadsheet

Accepted Answer

Desktop publishing software is designed specifically for producing high-quality printed or digital documents that require advanced formatting, layout, and design options, such as brochures, newsletters, and magazines. Word processing software is more appropriate for basic text documents, while web authoring software is used for creating websites and web content. Spreadsheets are used for organizing and analyzing numerical data.

Question 2

In the figure above, the box with a C indicates ____.
A) data files
B) executable files
C) support program files
D) help files

Accepted Answer

The box with a C indicates support program files, as indicated by the legend in the figure.

Question 3

Application software includes ____.
A) device drivers
B) utilities
C) windows
D) statistical

Accepted Answer

Application software refers to software that is designed to perform specific tasks or applications. Device drivers and utilities are examples of system software, not application software. Windows is also a type of system software, specifically an operating system. Statistical software, on the other hand, is a type of application software that is designed to perform statistical analysis, making it the best choice for this question.

Question 4

Spreadsheets are particularly known for ____.
A) what if analysis
B) use as a calculator
C) creating tables
D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Spreadsheets are particularly known for "what if analysis," which allows users to change data and assumptions in formulas to see how those changes affect outcomes.

Question 5

In the figure above, the box with an A indicates ____.
A) data files
B) executable files
C) support program files
D) help files

Accepted Answer

The answer of  In the figure above, the box...

Question 6

A virus signature is ____.
A) a type of utility that looks for and eradicates viruses
B) unique series of instructions
C) unique series of values in the code
D) the author's signature

Accepted Answer

A virus signature is a unique series of instructions within the code of a virus that distinguishes it from other viruses. It is used by antivirus software to identify and detect specific viruses.

Question 7

The paragraph style that is used to assure paragraphs are aligned evenly on both the right and left is ____.
A) both align
B) paragraph justify
C) fully justified
D) page align

Accepted Answer

Fully justified alignment ensures that there is even spacing between words in a paragraph and that the text is aligned evenly on both the left and right sides.

Question 8

A security suite will typically include all except ____.
A) antivirus
B) firewalls
C) anti-spyware
D) anti-adware

Accepted Answer

A security suite will typically include antivirus, firewalls, and anti-spyware to protect against malware, viruses, and unauthorized access to a system. However, anti-adware is not always included as it primarily focuses on preventing unwanted advertisements and pop-ups.

Question 9

Software requires many files because ____.
A) there is too much data to store on one file
B) it allows flexibility and efficiency
C) it allows for easy maintenance
D) it allows for quicker installation

Accepted Answer

Breaking a software into multiple files allows for flexibility and efficiency, making it easier to manage and update different parts of the software. It also enables better organization and modularity, and allows developers to reuse components in other projects. Therefore, option B is the correct answer. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they do not fully explain why software requires many files.

Question 10

The type of system software designed to help you monitor and configure settings for your computer system equipment is ____.
A) settings set
B) execution
C) utility
D) config

Accepted Answer

Utility software is designed to help monitor and configure settings for computer system equipment. It includes a range of tools such as antivirus software, disk cleaners, and system optimizers that enable users to perform routine maintenance tasks on their computers. Settings set, execution, and config are not types of system software.

Question 11

Product validation can create a(n) ____ based on your validation code and your computer's internal serial number.
A) activation code
B) digital code
C) hash value
D) product value

Accepted Answer

Product validation often creates a hash value using the validation code and the computer's internal serial number to ensure the software is being used on the correct device.

Question 12

Software that is the musician's equivalent to a word processor is ____.
A) ear training
B) notation
C) computer-aided music
D) music processor

Accepted Answer

Notation software is the musician's equivalent to a word processor. Just as a word processor allows a writer to create, edit, and print text, notation software allows a musician to create, edit, and print sheet music. Ear training and computer-aided music are related to music creation and production, but they do not specifically serve the same purpose as a word processor. "Music processor" is not a commonly used term and does not accurately describe the software in question.

Question 13

When using word processing software to analyze the reading level of your document you should use a ____.
A) thesaurus
B) grammar checker
C) readability formula
D) paragraphy checker

Accepted Answer

To analyze the reading level of your document using word processing software, you should use a readability formula. This tool calculates the complexity of your writing based on factors such as sentence length and word choice. Popular readability formulas include Flesch-Kincaid and Gunning Fog. The other options listed (thesaurus, grammar checker, and paragraph checker) do not specifically assess the readability or complexity of your writing.

Question 14

Indicators of pirated software includes all except ____.
A) Marked "academic" from unknown origins
B) software that is downloaded
C) software manuals are photocopied
D) handwritten labels

Accepted Answer

While software that is downloaded can certainly be pirated, the mere act of downloading software does not necessarily indicate that it is pirated. The other options, such as academic software from unknown origins, photocopied manuals, and handwritten labels, are all common indicators of pirated software.

Question 15

Desktop widgets include all of the following except ____.
A) clocks
B) icons
C) calendars
D) calculators

Accepted Answer

Desktop icons are not considered widgets as they are static and not interactive. Desktop widgets, on the other hand, provide real-time information or functionality and can be interacted with by the user.

Question 16

Security suites can be acquired ____.
A) online
B) computer stores
C) your ISP
D) a & b only
E) a, b, and c

Accepted Answer

Security suites can be acquired online, at computer stores, and often through your internet service provider (ISP). Therefore, the best choice is E, as it includes all three options.

Question 17

Document production software that provides you with the ability to create, spell-check, edit and format is considered ____.
A) word processing
B) desktop processing
C) web authoring
D) spread sheet

Accepted Answer

Word processing software (such as Microsoft Word) provides the ability to create documents, check spelling, edit content, and format the layout. Desktop processing and web authoring are not commonly used terms in this context, and spreadsheets are a different type of software used for organizing and analyzing data.

Question 18

If a virus protection software identifies a virus, it can try to take all of the following actions except ____.
A) remove the infection
B) put the file in quarantine
C) delete the file
D) highlight the file in Windows Explorer

Accepted Answer

Virus protection software may identify a virus and take action to remove the infection, put the file in quarantine or delete the file. However, it would not highlight the file in Windows Explorer as it is not a security measure to protect the system. Rather, it is a feature that helps the user identify the file location easily.

Question 19

In the figure above, the box with a B indicates ____.
A) data files
B) executable files
C) support program files
D) help files

Accepted Answer

The answer of  In the figure above, the box...

Question 20

The type of software that targets musicians and music students who want to develop musical skills is ____.
A) ear training
B) notation
C) computer-aided music
D) MIDI sequencing

Accepted Answer

Ear training software is specifically designed to help musicians and music students develop their musical skills, particularly in recognizing pitches, intervals, chords, and rhythms.

Quiz 3: Computer Software

Document production software that has sophisticated features to help you produce professional-quality output is considered ____.

In the figure above, the box with a C indicates ____.

Application software includes ____.

Spreadsheets are particularly known for ____.

In the figure above, the box with an A indicates ____.

A virus signature is ____.

The paragraph style that is used to assure paragraphs are aligned evenly on both the right and left is ____.

A security suite will typically include all except ____.

Software requires many files because ____.

The type of system software designed to help you monitor and configure settings for your computer system equipment is ____.

Product validation can create a(n) ____ based on your validation code and your computer's internal serial number.

Software that is the musician's equivalent to a word processor is ____.

When using word processing software to analyze the reading level of your document you should use a ____.

Indicators of pirated software includes all except ____.

Desktop widgets include all of the following except ____.

Security suites can be acquired ____.

Document production software that provides you with the ability to create, spell-check, edit and format is considered ____.

If a virus protection software identifies a virus, it can try to take all of the following actions except ____.

In the figure above, the box with a B indicates ____.

The type of software that targets musicians and music students who want to develop musical skills is ____.