Question 1

Which of the following is a software programs that help us to run the computer and coordinates instructions between application software and the computer's hardware devices?
A)Operative software.
B)System software
C)Application software
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

System software helps run the computer hardware and computer system. It acts as a middleman between application software and the physical hardware of a computer, coordinating instructions and ensuring that software can function with the hardware.

Question 2

------------------------------is a group of programs that controls how your computer system functions.
A)System software
B)Application software
C)Operating software
D)The operating system

Accepted Answer

The operating system is a group of programs that controls how your computer system functions.

Question 3

The software we use to do everyday tasks at home and at work is called
A)System software
B)Application software
C)The operating system
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Application software refers to the programs that help users perform specific tasks such as word processing, web browsing, or managing data. This contrasts with system software, which includes operating systems and utilities that manage and maintain computer resources.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example for system software.
A)Excel
B)Microsoft Word
C)Windows
D)Power point

Accepted Answer

System software is designed to manage the system resources and provide a platform for application software to run. Windows is an operating system, which is a type of system software. Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint are application software designed for specific tasks.

Question 5

A computer cannot operate without ----------------------------------
A)operating system
B)application software
C)MS. Windows
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

A computer requires an operating system to manage hardware and software resources and provide common services for computer programs. Application software and specific operating systems like MS Windows are not strictly necessary for a computer to operate, as alternatives exist.

Question 6

-------------------------------enables the computer to translates your spoken words into typed text.
A)Speech-recognition software
B)Speech software
C)Voice software
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Speech-recognition software is specifically designed to convert spoken words into digital text, allowing for hands-free typing and command input.

Question 7

Microsoft has incorporated speech recognition software into its latest operating system called
A)Windows XP
B)Microsoft Excel
C)Windows Vista
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Windows Vista was the first Microsoft operating system to have speech recognition capabilities significantly integrated into the system, allowing for dictation and voice commands.

Question 8

Who developed Linux?
A)Linus Torvalds
B)Linus Edwin
C)Linus Tom
D)Linus Trogen

Accepted Answer

Linus Torvalds developed Linux in 1991 as a free and open-source operating system kernel.

Question 9

------------------------------- is basically a complex electronic filing system
A)Database software
B)Tax-preparation software
C)Personal information software
D)None of these

Accepted Answer

Database software is essentially a complex electronic filing system designed to store, manage, and retrieve data efficiently.

Question 10

Which of the following is a personal information manager software
A)Microsoft Access
B)Oracle
C)Corel Paradox
D)Microsoft Outlook

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Outlook is a personal information manager software that includes email, calendar, task management, and contact management features.

Question 11

In a computer the letter K is represented as
A)00110011
B)01010101
C)01001011
D)00001111

Accepted Answer

The letter 'K' in ASCII (American Standard Code for Information Interchange) is represented by the binary code 01001011, which corresponds to the decimal value 75.

Question 12

In computer terms, data means
A)Information
B)idea
C)representation of name
D)representation of an idea

Accepted Answer

Data in computer terms refers to the representation of facts, concepts, or instructions in a formalized manner suitable for communication, interpretation, or processing by humans or by automatic means.

Question 13

The data which has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion is called
A)idea
B)information
C)concept
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Data that has been organized or presented in a meaningful way is referred to as information. This process involves converting raw data into a more understandable format, making it useful for decision-making and other purposes.

Question 14

A computers work exclusively with
A)data
B)idea
C)numbers
D)information

Accepted Answer

The answer of A computers work exclusively with
A)data
B)idea
C)numbers
D)information...

Question 15

The language which consists of just two digits is called
A)system language
B)binary language
C)number language
D)mathematical language

Accepted Answer

The language consisting of just two digits (0 and 1) is called binary language. It is the fundamental language of computers, where all data and instructions are represented using binary digits.

Question 16

A binary digit contains
A)One zero and two ones
B)two zero and one one
C)two zero and two ones
D)one zero and one one

Accepted Answer

A binary digit, also known as a bit, contains either a zero or a one, making option D the correct answer.

Question 17

In binary language, the letter K is represented as
A)01010101
B)00110011
C)00001111
D)01001011.

Accepted Answer

In binary, the letter "K" is represented by the ASCII code 75, which translates to 01001011 in binary.

Question 18

Kilobytes, megabytes, and gigabytes are
A)name of bytes
B)amounts of bytes
C)group of bytes
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

Kilobytes, megabytes, and gigabytes are units used to measure amounts of bytes, indicating different quantities of digital information.

Question 19

A kilobyte (KB) is approximately
A)1,000 bytes
B)100 bytes
C)10000
D)10

Accepted Answer

A kilobyte (KB) is approximately 1,000 bytes. This is based on the decimal system (SI), where "kilo" means a thousand.

Question 20

A megabyte (MB) is
A)major byte
B)minor byte
C)a million bytes
D)none of these

Accepted Answer

A megabyte (MB) is commonly understood to represent one million bytes (1,000,000 bytes), although in the context of computer memory, it is sometimes considered as 2^20 (1,048,576) bytes.

Quiz 9: Software and Computer Basics

Which of the following is a software programs that help us to run the computer and coordinates instructions between application software and the computer's hardware devices?

------------------------------is a group of programs that controls how your computer system functions.

The software we use to do everyday tasks at home and at work is called

Which of the following is an example for system software.

A computer cannot operate without ----------------------------------

-------------------------------enables the computer to translates your spoken words into typed text.

Microsoft has incorporated speech recognition software into its latest operating system called

Who developed Linux?

------------------------------- is basically a complex electronic filing system

Which of the following is a personal information manager software

In a computer the letter K is represented as

In computer terms, data means

The data which has been organized or presented in a meaningful fashion is called

A computers work exclusively with

The language which consists of just two digits is called

A binary digit contains

In binary language, the letter K is represented as

Kilobytes, megabytes, and gigabytes are

A kilobyte (KB) is approximately

A megabyte (MB) is