ITE 119 Qz 4 Module 4 Flashcards
System software assists computer hardware with the work it is designed to do.
True
False
True
Both mobile computing and cloud computing have helped software applications evolve.
True
False
True
The Google Play store is very conservative about what it offers its users for phone apps.
True
False
False
The use of logic, algorithms, and programming languages to create instructions for computer hardware is called normalizing.
True
False
False
Object-oriented programming languages are no longer used by software developers.
True
False
False
An application programming interface (API) provides a set of tools for software development for a particular platform.
True
False
True
A(n) ____ is a set of instructions or statements to the computer.
IDE
computer program
iProgram
API
computer program
____ development is the systematic process of transforming an idea into functional software.
SDK
Execution
Model
Software
Software
There are ____ stages in the software development life cycle.
two
three
four
five
Five
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
maintenance
Clicking or tapping on a(n) ____ file will start up a program.
executable
object
library
temporary
executable
Each programming language has a particular ____ or set of rules that guide how programming statements are constructed.
syntax
SDK
toolbox
heuristic
syntax
Many programming languages require a ____ to create executable files.
browser
text editor
compiler
debugger
compiler
A(n) ____ allows others besides the manufacturer to develop software to run on the system or device.
API
EPI
SPI
BPI
API
With the help of ____, less experienced programmers can develop applications for mobile devices such as the iPhone.
SDKs
Android
Windows 8
Visual Studio
SDKs
Programmers create ____ and compilers turn it/them into ____.
object code, source code
syntax, source code
source code, object code
variables, strings
source code, object code
System software coordinates the activities of the hardware and assists the computer in functioning effectively.
True
False
True
The Apple iPhone is a command-based user interface.
True
False
False
Windows XP is the first operating system to run seamlessly among different platforms such as desktops, smart phones, and tablets.
True
False
False
Mac computers have a reputation of being more stable and secure than Microsoft Windows PCs.
True
False
True
Linux is a popular operating system with techies but not with home users due to its high cost.
True
False
False
Virtual machine software is most useful when connecting laptop computers.
True
False
False
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
False
Symbian, by Sun Microsystems, is the most popular version of the UNIX operating system for industries.
True
False
False
Embedded systems are typically required to perform a large variety of tasks.
True
False
False
Security software is a common utility installed on your computer.
True
False
True
The boot process for a computer checks the system and loads the operating system into memory.
True
False
True
The main function of the operating system is to synchronize your computer with the Internet.
True
False
False
An enhancement in Windows 8 includes the Metro user interface, which provides a new way to interact with apps.
True
False
True
An important task of the graphical user interface is to keep track of files stored on the hard drive.
True
False
False