1.5 - system software Flashcards
1
Q
why does a computer need an OS
A
to do common tasks and have a user interface
2
Q
what is memory management
A
only putting currently running programs into RAM
3
Q
what is user management
A
having multiple users be able to use the same device
4
Q
what is peripheral management
A
being able to connect to external devices e.g. printers
5
Q
what is file management
A
having files organised and accessible
6
Q
what is a user interface
A
what the user of a computer interacts with
7
Q
what is defragmentation
A
takes fragmented data on a hard drive and shuffles it around so it is all in the same place and is easier to read by the computer and makes it faster
8
Q
what is encryption
A
taking data and using a key, turning it into a non readable state
