IT - System Software Flashcards
1
Q
Used for machinery that performs repetitive series of tasks
A
Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)
2
Q
Multiuser, multitasking OS that is used as a network
A
UNIX
3
Q
Coordinates & directs flow of data/info through a computer
A
Operating System (OS)
4
Q
Special program for devices to facilitate communication to the OS
A
Device Driver
5
Q
Compacting file(s), making it easier & faster to send
A
File Compression
6
Q
Removes unnecessary files from the hard drive
A
Disk Cleanup
7
Q
Rearranges fragmented data
A
Disk Defragmentation
8
Q
Leftover bits when files are moved around
A
File Allocation Table (FAT)
9
Q
Computer’s primary memory
A
RAM
