I.S. Quiz 03 Software Flashcards
A(n) ____ allows others besides the manufacturer to develop software to run on the system or device.
A: API
B: EPI
C: SPI
D: BPI
A
Many programming languages require a ____ to create executable files.
A: browser
B: text editor
C: compiler
D: debugger
C
Making changes to a software program after it has been released is referred to as the ____ stage of the development cycle.
A: implementation
B: problem solving
C: design
D: maintenance
D
A cell phone’s ____ operating system is not released to users and developers.
A: VM
B: proprietary
C: SDK
D: desktop
B
The main function of the operating system is to synchronize your computer with the Internet.
True or False
F
The Apple iPhone is a command-based user interface.
True or False
F
An enhancement in Windows 8 includes the Metro user interface, which provides a new way to interact with apps.
True or False
T
When you combine a system’s hardware configuration and operating system, it is sometimes called the computer’s ____.
A: system interface
B: platform
C: application interface
D: API
B
Typing the word DEL on a prompt line to remove unwanted files on your computer is an example of using a ____ user interface.
A: Metro
B: command-based
C: graphical
D: type-driven
B
Through the use of ____, one physical server can run several server operating systems.
A: Windows 8
B: data sharing
C: telecommuting
D: virtual servers
D
A unique feature of ____ is that users can easily add enhancements to the operating system.
A: Windows
B: Mac
C: Mobi
D: Linux
D
Mac computers have a reputation of being more stable and secure than Microsoft Windows PCs.
True or False
T
Security software is a common utility installed on your computer.
True or False
T
An icon on your desktop is a component of a ____ interface.
A: command-based
B: programming
C: task-based
D: graphical user
D
____ operating systems are lightweight operating systems designed for mobile devices such as smart phones and tablets.
A: Mobile
B: GPS
C: Virtualization
D: VM
A
An important task of the graphical user interface is to keep track of files stored on the hard drive.
True or False
F
Symbian, by Sun Microsystems, is the most popular version of the UNIX operating system for industries.
True or False
F
Embedded operating systems are hardwired into a computer component, such as ROM or flash memory, to control a ____ computer.
A: laptop
B: server-based
C: special-purpose
D: mainframe
C
A ____ software package usually includes document production, numerical analysis, information management, and graphics.
A: system
B: utility
C: productivity
D: personal
C
Which of the following is an example of a software suite?
A: Windows 8
B: Apache OpenOffice
C: Linux
D: MS Project
B
The difference between a cell phone and a smart phone is its ____.
A: connection to the Internet
B: screen size
C: size
D: provider
A
A software license defines the permissions, rights, and restrictions provided to the person who purchases a copy of the software.
True or False
T
A(n) ____ license can be used anywhere on a college campus.
A: Creative Commons
B: site
C: collaboration
D: operating system
B
Proprietary software is distributed, typically for free, with the source code so that it can be studied, changed, and improved by its users.
True or False
F
When installing new software, it is recommended to install it in/on \_\_\_\_. A: C:\Programs B: the default location C: INSTALL D: a USB device
B
