Cambridge LO2 Software systems

Which of the following services is not provided by the User Data Protocol (UDP)?

• Checksum capability to check on package delivery.

• Packet transmission.

• Packet retransmission.

• Providing port numbers.

Which of the following is the most likely cause of a slow running application on a computer?

• Insufficient Active Directory capacity.

• Insufficient ports on the motherboard.

• Insufficient ROM capacity.

• Insufficient RAM capacity.

Which of the following is an advantage of a multiprocessor operating system?

• Every task is performed by the same processor.

• Multiprocessor systems are easier to design.

• Failure in one processor will result in complete system failure.

• The throughput of data is usually greater than a single processor system.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a processor component in a computer?

• To control user access to the data on the computer.

• To manage the main functions and operations of the computer.

• To display calculations.

• To store data in the computer.

How do quantum computer systems differ from traditional computer systems?

• Quantum computers do not rely on binary logic.

• Quantum computers do not require secondary storage.

• Quantum computers use Open Source Operating Systems.

• Quantum computers utilise anti-static to minimise energy consumption.

Which of the following should be considered when setting up a microwave network?

• All devices on the network must be in line of sight.

• Microwaves can only be transmitted using a digital format.

• Microwave nodes should not be set up in areas of dense population.

• Microwave signals are not effective beyond a range of 1800 metres.

How many bits are included in a nibble?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 8

Which of the following may be a disadvantage to a business of using Open Source software?

• Competitors may be using the same software.

• It may include lots of features.

• There may be an increased security risk as the source code can be edited by others.

• The business is not tied into one vendor’s system.

Which of the following is not a feature of a Personal Assistant system?

• Plays music.

• Personalised to different voices.

• Provides news and sports updates.

• Creates a to-do list.

Explain why Progress Jewellers would use bespoke software to manage its business.