What is the main function of system software?

To manage hardware and provide a platform for application software

Which of the following best describes utility software?

It helps manage and optimize system performance

What role do device drivers play in system software?

They allow the operating system to communicate with hardware devices

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Application software cannot function without system software

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1
What is the main function of system software?
To edit images and videos
To browse the internet
To help users create documents and presentations
To manage hardware and provide a platform for application software
2
Which of the following is an example of application software?
Windows Defender
Linux
Microsoft Word
BIOS
3
Which of the following is NOT an example of system software?
Microsoft PowerPoint
Device Drivers
Antivirus Software
Operating System
4
Which of the following is an example of system software?
Paint
Windows 10
Microsoft Word
Google Chrome
5
Which type of software is used for a specific purpose, such as word processing or video editing?
System Software
Application Software
Device Drivers
Firmware
6
Which of the following best describes utility software?
It helps manage and optimize system performance
It provides entertainment applications
It is a type of application software
It is used to create documents and presentations
7
Which software acts as an interface between the user and computer hardware?
System Software
Multimedia Software
Utility Software
Application Software
8
Which software would you use to browse the internet?
Application Software
Firmware
BIOS
System Software
9
What role do device drivers play in system software?
They help users create documents and spreadsheets
They allow the operating system to communicate with hardware devices
They scan for viruses on a computer
They manage file storage on the hard drive
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Which of the following statements is TRUE?
Application software cannot function without system software
System software is optional for a computer to function
System software is designed for a specific task, like video editing
Application software runs independently of the operating system

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