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Question 1

What is the purpose of utility software?

Answer 1

To help set up, optimize, and maintain the computer

Utility software also makes memory allocation more efficient and checks the system for faults.

Question 2

What does a disk formatter do?

Answer 2

Prepares/initializes a disk for storing files by partitioning it and generates a new file system

It can also delete all data from the disk and sets up a file allocation table.

Question 3

True or False: A disk formatter can delete all data from a disk.

Answer 3

True

This process is part of preparing the disk for new data.

Question 4

What is the main function of defragmentation?

Answer 4

Moves/rearranges blocks of files so that each individual file is contiguous in memory

This also optimizes free space and reduces access times.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Defragmentation improves disk access times by reducing _______.

Answer 5

head movement

This is because data becomes contiguous.

Question 6

What does disk repair do?

Answer 6

Scans for errors/inconsistencies in a disk and corrects them

This prevents bad sectors from being used and reduces access times.

Question 7

What is the function of backup software?

Answer 7

Allows retrieval of data and provides security against loss

It creates copies of data at regular intervals in case the original is lost or corrupted.

Question 8

What does disk/system clean up achieve?

Answer 8

Optimizes storage by removing unwanted files

This helps maintain system performance.

Question 9

What is the purpose of compression software?

Answer 9

Reduces file size, saves storage and memory space, and reduces transmission time

This is particularly useful for efficient data storage and transfer.

Question 10

What does a virus checker do?

Answer 10

Frees up RAM by removing software that takes up memory and scans for malicious program code

This helps maintain system performance and security.