Software

Question 1

Functions of the operating system

Answer 1

booting, file management, input/output management, memory management, hardware/software control

Question 2

What is memory management?

Answer 2

When a program or data is too large a method called virtual memory is used. It splits 5he program into manageable blocks which are swapped between main and secondary memory based on what is required

Question 3

Examples of utility software

Answer 3

anti virus, back up, disk tools

Question 4

What is application software?

Answer 4

Software which allows a user to perform specific tasks

Question 5

Classifications of application software

Answer 5

general purpose
custom written
customized
integrated
specialized