Unit C: Computer Software
TRUE/FALSE
1. Hardware is a set of instructions that tell a computer how to perform a task.
2. Video editing systems, calculators, and flight simulators are all examples of computers.
3. Application software helps the computer carry out its basic operations.
4. Support programs often have the file extension .exe.
5. Software developers often modify the main executable file in order to save time developing and testing
software.
6. Computer programmers write the instructions for main programs and support programs that become
components of software.
7. Most businesses hire computer programmers to write programs specific to their needs in order to save
time and money.
8. COBOL is an example of machine language.
9. A compiler converts high-level instructions into object code.
10. The difference between a compiler and an interpreter is that a compiler converts instructions one at a
time.
11. A processor can only understand machine language.
12. High-level languages resemble human languages.
13. A program that is compiled runs more slowly than a program that is interpreted.
14. A resource refers to any computer component that is required to perform work.
15. An operating system uses a buffer to hold data while the computer is busy with other tasks.
16. The operating system is not considered a program, so it requires no memory to run.
17. The instructions for loading an operating system are stored in the bootstrap program.
18. Multithreading allows multiple parts of a program to run simultaneously.
19. Multitasking allows two or more programs to run simultaneously.
20. The difference between Windows and Mac interfaces is that one uses icons and menus and the other
does not.
21. The operating systems for PDAs are small and can be stored in ROM.
22. The Linux operating system allows programmers to develop software and enhancements through a
General Public License.
23. Database software is typically used to calculate equations.
24. Office productivity software combines word processing, spreadsheet, database, and additional
capabilities.
25. A library’s card catalog is a typical use of a spreadsheet program.
26. In a database, a field holds an item of data relevant to a record, such as a phone number.
27. Presentation software uses a series of electronic slides to display information.
28. Graphic artists use paint software to create computer-based graphics.
29. Action, simulations, and strategy are subcategories of video editing software.
30. CD ripper software is used to transfer an audio track from a CD to your computer.
31. MP3 is a type of audio editing software.
32. Payroll software is an example of vertical market software.
33. Groupware is software designed to assist several people collaborating on a single project.
34. Utility software is a type of application software that performs tasks such as security.
35. Compression utilities are used to reduce file sizes.
36. Antivirus software is an example of a security utility.
37. Windows Explorer is a Windows OS utility that helps you search the Internet.
38. Graphics displays on screen–based desktops can be altered using “skins.”
39. FTP utilities are used to manage files on a PC.
40. The Windows Control Panel is a utility that can be used to customize the user interface, such as
changing the screen display.
41. Once you purchase software, you can install and use it any way that you wish.
42. Software licenses are provided by the manufacturer, but are not considered legal contracts because
they are unsigned.
43. A site license allows software to be used on all computers at a specific location.
44. Copyright laws only apply to software that displays a copyright notice.
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. Which of the following is NOT true about software?
a.
Operating systems are a type of application software.
b.
Software can be distributed on CDs or downloadable from the Web.
c.
Software consists of an executable file, plus support programs and data files.
d.
Most software provides a task-related environment.
2. A program such as a spell checker is considered ____ software.
a.
application
c.
support
b.
system
d.
program
3. To carry out a task such as editing photographs, you would use ____ software.
a.
system
c.
executable
b.
support
d.
application
4. C++ and Java are both examples of what type of language?
a.
Internet
c.
machine
b.
high-level
d.
compiler
5. ____ is the list of instructions created by programmers.
a.
High-level language
c.
Compilations
b.
Source code
d.
Machine language
6. Compilers interpret instructions into machine language instructions, called ____ code.
a.
object
c.
interpreted
b.
source
d.
machine
7. A(n) ____ program runs slowly because the translation occurs as the program runs.
a.
machine
c.
compiled
b.
object
d.
interpreted
8. Which of the following is NOT a function of the operating system?
a.
Keeping track of empty spaces where new files can be stored
b.
Communicating with driver software
c.
Managing the order of input and output
d.
Issuing tasks from within application software
9. Most operating systems support a(n) ____, which provides menus and clickable icons to access and
issue commands.
a.
graphical user interface
c.
kernel
b.
buffer
d.
video console
10. Memory management and file access are services provided by the operating system’s ____.
a.
bootstrap
c.
resource
b.
kernel
d.
source code
11. Tools used to customize the computer environment are called ____.
a.
GUIs
c.
utilities
b.
kernels
d.
resources
12. The ability to run different parts of a program simultaneously is called ____.
a.
GUI
c.
bootstrapping
b.
multithreading
d.
compiling
13. A ____ operating system helps computers communicate with each other.
a.
DOS
c.
network
b.
desktop
d.
GUI
14. The ____ operating system is often used with mainframes.
a.
UNIX
c.
Mac OS
b.
Linux
d.
Symbian OS
15. The physical position of elements on a page is referred to as a document’s ____.
a.
layout
c.
pagination
b.
format
d.
grid
16. In a spreadsheet, the intersection of a row and column is called a ____.
a.
grid
c.
field
b.
cell
d.
record
17. A database ____ holds data for a single entity, such as a book in a library’s card catalog.
a.
cell
c.
record
b.
field
d.
table
18. Software that combines word processing and graphic design is called ____ software.
a.
document production
c.
page authoring
b.
desktop publishing
d.
Office productivity
19. In a spreadsheet, a ____ is a number you will use in a calculation.
a.
label
c.
field
b.
cell
d.
value
20. Arial and Comic Sans MS are examples of ____ styles.
a.
layout
c.
formatting
b.
font
d.
header
21. Which of the following is an example of Web authoring software?
a.
Macromedia Dreamweaver
c.
Arial
b.
Microsoft Web
d.
Netscape Navigator
22. In the above figure, the document shown is an example of a(n) ____.
a.
spreadsheet
c.
table
b.
database
d.
HTML tag
23. In the above figure, the item numbered ____ is a label.
a.
1
c.
3
b.
2
d.
4
24. In the above figure, the item numbered ____ is the active cell.
a.
1
c.
4
b.
3
d.
5
25. In the above figure, the item numbered ____ is a column.
a.
1
c.
3
b.
2
d.
4
26. 3-D graphics software provides a set of tools to create ____, which represent three-dimensional
objects.
a.
logos
c.
wireframes
b.
slides
d.
CADs
27. Microsoft PowerPoint is an example of ____ software.
a.
photo editing
c.
paint
b.
computer-aided design
d.
presentation
28. Which of the following is NOT a feature of 3-D graphics software?
a.
Creating wireframes
c.
Creating blueprints
b.
Applying surface texture to a graphic
d.
Removing red eye
29. Sound effects can be created using ____ software.
a.
ear training
c.
MIDI sequencing
b.
notation
d.
MP3
30. iTunes and Sound Recorder are examples of ____ software.
a.
MIDI
c.
notation
b.
CD ripper
d.
audio editing
31. ____ is a music compression format.
a.
MP3
c.
CD-R
b.
MIDI
d.
iTunes
32. The ESRB rating “RP” means that the software:
a.
can be used with Real Player devices.
b.
has been submitted, but a rating has not been assigned.
c.
is designed for role-playing.
d.
None of the above
33. Software that helps users analyze large sets of data to determine relationships and patterns is called
____ software.
a.
groupware
c.
accounting
b.
statistical
d.
modeling
34. Which of the following is an example of vertical market software?
a.
payroll
c.
groupware
b.
accounting
d.
patient management
35. Which of the following is an example of horizontal market software?
a.
groupware
c.
payroll
b.
personal finance
d.
patient management
36. Macromedia Studio and Star Office are examples of ____.
a.
groupware
c.
accounting software
b.
software suites
d.
mathematical modeling software
37. Windows Media Player uses ____ to customize screensavers.
a.
skins
c.
the Control Panel
b.
system utilities
d.
FTP
38. Which of the following is an example of a utility?
a.
file compression software
c.
CuteFTP
b.
antivirus software
d.
All of the above
39. Utilities purchased from a vendor to enhance operating system features are called ____ utilities.
a.
desktop
c.
third-party
b.
FTP
d.
system
40. Antivirus software is an example of ____.
a.
business software
c.
a security utility
b.
an operating system
d.
an office suite
41. Utilities that can be used for backing up, securing, or recovering files are called ____ utilities.
a.
hard disk
c.
system
b.
skins
d.
third-party
COMPLETION
1. ____________________ consists of computer programs, support programs, and data files that work
together to provide computers with instructions and data to perform tasks.
2. Tasks such as calculating numbers and creating documents are accomplished using
____________________ software.
3. A(n) ____________________ file is the part of the software package that is launched by a user.
4. A(n) ____________________ converts all of the instructions for a program as a single batch.
5. A(n) ____________________ converts instructions one at a time while a program is running.
6. The instructions that are hard wired into the processor’s circuits are in ____________________
language.
7. A(n) ____________________ system is software that controls the activities within a computer system.
8. A small program stored in ROM that supplies the instructions to start the operating system is called
a(n) ____________________ program.
9. The ____________________ is the part of the operating system that controls memory and file access.
10. If you are typing too fast for the computer, the data you type is stored in an area called the
____________________.
11. In the above figure, the item numbered ____________________ is a row.
12. In the above figure, the item numbered 5 is the ____________________ cell.
13. Microsoft ____________________ is an example of presentation software.
14. ____________________ editing software allows you to create a movie, then transfer it to DVD.
15. ____________________ software is used by musicians to compose, edit, and print the notes for their
musical compositions.
16. ____________________ sequencing software can be used for creating sound effects.
17. ____________________ is a generic term for software that helps multiple users collaborate on a
project.
18. Software that automates patient billing for a hospital is an example of ____________________ market
software.
19. Software that prepares payroll and facilitates W2 forms is an example of ____________________
market software.
20. MathCAD is an example of mathematical ____________________ software.
21. ____________________ software helps users discover patterns and relationships among large sets of
data.
MATCHING
Match the software type with the most appropriate category.
a.
Application
c.
Support
b.
System
1. Mac OS
2. Linux
3. Document production
4. Spreadsheet
5. Windows
6. Spell checker
7. DOS
8. Database
Match the operating system type with its description.
a.
desktop
e.
Linux
b.
Mac OS
f.
Symbian OS
c.
DOS
g.
Microsoft Windows
d.
UNIX
h.
network
9. Mainly used for mainframes, was developed in 1969
10. Allows computers to share data, programs, and devices
11. Operates under a General Public License
12. Introduced on the original IBM PC in 1982
13. Not compatible with Windows, distributed by Apple
14. Small enough to be stored in ROM
15. Runs on the majority of the world’s PCs
16. Mostly used for single-user, home computers
Match the software type with its description.
a.
paint
d.
ear training
b.
3-D graphics
e.
educational
c.
presentation
f.
reference
17. Helps users to learn new skills
18. Combines text, graphics, and animations in a series of electronic slides
19. Can be used to produce blueprints
20. Examples include encyclopedias, medical reference, and cookbooks
21. Provides a set of electronic brushes and pens for creating images
22. Used by musicians to develop musical skills, such as note recognition
Match the software copyright protection with the software classification.
a.
shareware
c.
open source
b.
freeware
d.
public domain
23. Makes the program instructions available to modify
24. Includes a free trial period, after which you must purchase the software
25. Available without restriction, can be copied, distributed, or resold
26. Copyrighted software available without a fee
ESSAY
1. What do the initials ESRB stand for, and what is its purpose?
2. Describe the differences between vertical and horizontal market software.
3. What are some things to consider when using data in a database responsibly?
