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System software assists computer hardware with the work it is designed to do.
True
False

A

True

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Both mobile computing and cloud computing have helped software applications evolve.
True
False

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True

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The Google Play store is very conservative about what it offers its users for phone apps.
True
False

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False

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The use of logic, algorithms, and programming languages to create instructions for computer hardware is called normalizing.
True
False

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False

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Object-oriented programming languages are no longer used by software developers.
True
False

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False

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An application programming interface (API) provides a set of tools for software development for a particular platform.
True
False

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True

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A(n) ____ is a set of instructions or statements to the computer.

IDE

computer program

iProgram

API

A

computer program

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____ development is the systematic process of transforming an idea into functional software.

SDK

Execution

Model

Software

A

Software

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There are ____ stages in the software development life cycle.

two

three

four

five

A

Five

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Making changes to a software program after it has been released is referred to as the ____ stage of the development cycle.

implementation

problem solving

design

maintenance

A

maintenance

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Clicking or tapping on a(n) ____ file will start up a program.

executable

object

library

temporary

A

executable

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Each programming language has a particular ____ or set of rules that guide how programming statements are constructed.

syntax

SDK

toolbox

heuristic

A

syntax

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13
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Many programming languages require a ____ to create executable files.

browser

text editor

compiler

debugger

A

compiler

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A(n) ____ allows others besides the manufacturer to develop software to run on the system or device.

API

EPI

SPI

BPI

A

API

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With the help of ____, less experienced programmers can develop applications for mobile devices such as the iPhone.

SDKs

Android

Windows 8

Visual Studio

A

SDKs

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Programmers create ____ and compilers turn it/them into ____.

object code, source code

syntax, source code

source code, object code

variables, strings

A

source code, object code

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System software coordinates the activities of the hardware and assists the computer in functioning effectively.
True
False

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True

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The Apple iPhone is a command-based user interface.
True
False

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False

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Windows XP is the first operating system to run seamlessly among different platforms such as desktops, smart phones, and tablets.
True
False

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False

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Mac computers have a reputation of being more stable and secure than Microsoft Windows PCs.
True
False

A

True

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Linux is a popular operating system with techies but not with home users due to its high cost.
True
False

A

False

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Virtual machine software is most useful when connecting laptop computers.
True
False

A

False

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The Apple iPhone gained popularity largely due to its open-source design, which led to the creation of many apps available for iOS.
True
False

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False

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Symbian, by Sun Microsystems, is the most popular version of the UNIX operating system for industries.
True
False

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False

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Embedded systems are typically required to perform a large variety of tasks. True False
False
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Security software is a common utility installed on your computer. True False
True
27
The boot process for a computer checks the system and loads the operating system into memory. True False
True
28
The main function of the operating system is to synchronize your computer with the Internet. True False
False
29
An enhancement in Windows 8 includes the Metro user interface, which provides a new way to interact with apps. True False
True
30
An important task of the graphical user interface is to keep track of files stored on the hard drive. True False
False
31
Android is the most popular smartphone operating system in the United States. True False
True
32
When you combine a system’s hardware configuration and operating system, it is sometimes called the computer’s ____. system interface platform application interface API
system interface
33
The purpose of the ____ is to store the boot process instructions for the computer to start up. SDK POST BIOS I/O
BIOS
34
When a smart phone goes into ____ mode, pressing a button immediately turns it back on. operating sleep 4G dynamic
Sleep
35
A printer requires a ____ installed on the computer in order to operate. development kit GUI device driver UNIX box
device driver
36
An icon on your desktop is a component of a ____ interface. command-based programming task-based graphical user
graphical user
37
A(n) ____ view of data is the way a user thinks about data. logical physical integrated indexed
logical
38
Which of the following uses the New Technology File System (NTFS) for organizing and managing files? Mac OS X Linux Windows 8 UNIX
Windows 8
39
The ____ operating system provides the technological foundation of the Mac OS X. Windows Metro UNIX Linux
UNIX
40
Linux is ____ software, which means users can manipulate the source code to customize their operating system to their needs. concurrent licensed sourceware open-source
open-source
41
An advantage of ____ software is its ability to run more than one operating system on a computer. BIOS IDE API virtual machine (VM)
virtual machine (VM)
42
____ operating systems are lightweight versions of their PC equivalents. Mobile GPS Virtualization VM
Mobile
43
All of the following are network operating systems EXCEPT ____. Linux Solaris Novell NetWare Windows Me
Windows Me
44
A(n) ____ operating system is required to perform a command within a certain time frame. real-time network proprietary open
real-time
45
Embedded operating systems are hardwired into a computer component, such as ROM or flash memory, to control a ____ computer. laptop server-based special-purpose mainframe
special-purpose
46
Performing a system ____ utility rearranges your files on disk in an orderly fashion, resulting in faster access. defragmentation diagnostic security file management
defragmentation
47
Windows cleaners maintain the ____ for more effective system operation. utilities registry synchronization manager virtual memory
registry
48
Manipulating graphic images to perform a command has replaced the ____ user interface. graphical command-based drag-and-drop shortcut
command-based
49
The Mac OS is known for having new versions named after ____. sweets cats dogs trees
cats
50
Which of the following is NOT a feature found in the Linux operating system? command-line interface graphical user interface desktop compatible proprietary software
proprietary software
51
Through the use of ____, one physical server can run several server operating systems. Windows 8 data sharing telecommuting virtual servers
virtual servers
52
An industrial operating system works with a large computer system requiring a(n) ____. server GUI SDK IDE
server
53
Typing the word DEL on a prompt line to remove unwanted files on your computer is an example of using a ____ user interface. Metro command-based graphical type-driven
command-based
54
A unique feature of ____ is that users can easily add enhancements to the operating system. Windows Mac Mobi Linux
Linux
55
The Microsoft Windows platform includes Microsoft Windows for PC and ________ for smartphones. Google Android Windows Phone Windows 8.1 Mobile Android for Windows
Windows Phone
56
________ is the most popular smartphone operating system in the world. iOS Windows Windows Phone Android
Android
57
Productivity software controls the common hardware functionality on your computer. True False
False
58
Microsoft Office is only available for Windows-based computers. True False
False
59
All application software can be divided into two categories: productivity and information management. True False
False
60
Office suites are the most common type of software used in schools, at work, and at home. True False
True
61
Maps and navigation are examples of Information Apps. True False
True
62
WhatsApp and Facetime are examples of Information Apps. True False
False
63
Video editing and artistic drawing are examples of things that can be done with Creativity Apps. True False
True
64
Two growth areas in personal information management software are financial software and health software. True False
True
65
Playing games, listening to music, and reading books are common examples of the use of Communications Apps. True False
False
66
Apple Project is the most popular project management software. True False
False
67
Google Docs is classified as ____ software, which allows users to share and edit a document in real time on the web. electronic proprietary PIM collaborative
collaborative
68
Managing your calendar and emails can be easily accomplished through ____ software. object-oriented programming product-oriented personal information management open productivity
personal information management
69
Which of the following is an example of a software suite? Windows 8 Apache OpenOffice Linux MS Project
Apache OpenOffice
70
________ include any software designed to help people organize and manage their personal lives. Entertainment Communication Personal Information Information
Personal Information
71
________ Apps provide useful information on a variety of topics. Communication Information Entertainment Creativity
Information
72
One example of a popular Communication App is ________. Spotify iSpeak Google Talk Skype
Skype
73
Which of the following is an example of an Creativity App? Pandora MS Project GarageBand FaceTime
GarageBand
74
________ software includes things like calendars and contacts. PIM Project Management SMS Creativity
PIM
75
Netflix and YouTube are popular ________ Apps. Creativity Communication Entertainment Professional
Entertainment
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Recently enterprise data and software have been moving to ________. foreign countries the Silicon Valley flash drives the cloud
the cloud

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