Computer Software: System and Application Types

Question 1

What is computer software?

Accepted Answer

A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do

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The physical parts of a computer

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The person who uses the computer

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The power source of a computer

Question 2

Which type of software manages computer hardware and software resources, and provides common services for computer programs?

Accepted Answer

System software

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Application software

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Utility software

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Programming software

Question 3

An operating system (OS) like Windows or macOS is an example of what type of software?

Accepted Answer

System software

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Application software

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Utility software

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Game software

Question 4

Which of the following is typically considered system software?

Accepted Answer

Device driver

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Microsoft Word

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Web browser

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Video game

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of application software?

Accepted Answer

To help users perform specific tasks

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To manage computer hardware

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To run system diagnostics

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To control network connections

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