Software Flashcards

(13 cards)

1
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What is application software

A

Enables the computer to do a paticular task

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2
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What is system software

A

the operating system and utility programs that enable the computer to operate its hardware and application software

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3
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What are the system softwares

A

Allocating memory
Storage
Processing time

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4
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What is real- time processing

A

Data is processed immediately after input . Booking systems and air traffic control use this

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5
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What is batch processing

A

Data collected over a period of time and processsed at a later time e.g billing systems and payrolls

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6
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What is multi used system

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Many users at different computers sharing same processor

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7
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What is a utility application

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A program that performs a specific task

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8
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What is disk defragmentation

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Rearranges the data on a hard disc so that all data is stored together. Easy to access files.

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9
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What is task scheduling

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time is divided amongst among a number of tasks

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10
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What is backup

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Second copy of a file is made in case first is destroyed

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11
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What is the role of antivirus software

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Main purpose to detect,locate and remove virus.

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12
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What is the name of the sequence loading an operating system

A

Booting up

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13
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What is an operating system

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Software that manage hardware and software resources. Provides user with interface

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