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A System Software quiz to test your knowledge #CAT Grade 12

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1
What factors influence hardware in terms of the performance
ROM
Memory
Backup
Storage
2
What is a hard drive?
It is an UPS
A permanent home for all your data and programs.
A disk scanner utility
A property of a file that can be set
3
What is the role of the operating system?
Provides info about the applications running
Downloading patches and service packs
Managing programs
A crucial part of computer management
4
What is metadata?
Cache memory
The basic information about a file
Additional data stored about a file
An external portable media
5
What is system software?
Software that controls, supports or operates a computer
Operating systems
Software that controls activities in a computer
Software platforms
6
What are operating systems sometimes referered to as?
Backup software
Memory management
Utility software
A software platform
7
What is a firewall?
An important concept in network environments
Anti-virus software
A barrier between your computer and the internet
Uh...... a wall made of fire?
8
How can task managers be accessed?
By installing it on your computer
By cllicking on the home menu
By left-clicking on the task bar at the top of the screen
By using the Ctrl+Alt+Del keyboard shortcut
9
How is a single-user operating system different?
It can only be used by a single user at a time
It performs basic hardware tests
It slows down your internet connection
It can be used to stop tasks
10
What is malware?
Malicious software
A program
Spam mail
Trojan horse