COMPUTER SOFTWARE

Question 1

13. What does an interpreter do in programming?

Accepted Answer

b) Executes code line by line

Question 2

10. Which of the following is an example of open-source software?

Accepted Answer

c) LibreOffice

Question 3

1. Application software includes programs like web browsers and games.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

15. What is the function of a compiler?

Accepted Answer

b) Translates high-level code into machine code before execution

Question 5

12. Which type of software is designed to detect and remove malware?

Accepted Answer

b) Antivirus software

Question 6

6. A virtual machine allows running multiple operating systems on a single physical computer.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

17. What is the primary role of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

b) To manage hardware and software resources

Question 8

18. Which of the following is a mobile operating system?

Accepted Answer

c) Android

Question 9

7. What is system software primarily responsible for?

Accepted Answer

b) Managing hardware and providing a platform for applications

Question 10

4. Utility software helps optimize, maintain, and protect a computer system.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

11. What is the main purpose of device drivers?

Accepted Answer

b) To allow the OS to communicate with hardware

Question 12

19. What does SaaS (Software as a Service) refer ?

Accepted Answer

b) Software accessed over the internet on a subscription basis

Question 13

5. Proprietary software allows users to freely modify its source code.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 14

2. Firmware is a type of software permanently stored in hardware devices.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 15

8. Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?

Accepted Answer

c) Microsoft Word

Question 16

20. Which programming language is typically compiled into machine code?

Accepted Answer

c) C++

Question 17

16. Which software category includes tools like disk cleaners and defragmenters?

Accepted Answer

c) Utility software

Question 18

3. All operating systems are open-source.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 19

14. Which of the following is a characteristic of proprietary software?

Accepted Answer

c) Requires a license to use

Question 20

9. What type of software allows users to perform specific tasks like word processing or spreadsheet calculations?

Accepted Answer

c) Application software

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