H446) SLR5 - 1.2 Linkers, loaders and libraries

What are libraries in the context of programming?

• Uncompiled code snippets

• Ready compiled and tested programs

• A collection of user interfaces

• A type of database

What is the primary purpose of a dynamic link library (DLL) in Windows?

• To store user data

• To provide subroutines for common tasks

• To compile code

• To manage memory allocation

Which of the following is a benefit of using library routines?

• They are difficult to integrate

• They are pre-tested and free from errors

• They are always open-source

• They require extensive debugging

What is a drawback of using library routines?

• They are always efficient

• They are easy to modify

• They can be black-boxed, hiding implementation details

• They are always free

What is the role of a linker in programming?

• To compile source code

• To link external library routines and modules

• To execute machine code

• To manage user input

What is static linking?

• Including all required code from libraries directly in the executable

• Linking libraries at runtime

• Storing libraries on a remote server

• Using libraries only for debugging

What is dynamic linking?

• Compiling libraries into the source code

• Linking libraries at runtime from the host computer

• Using libraries only for testing

• Storing libraries in the cloud

What is the function of a loader in an operating system?

• To compile source code

• To load the executable program file into memory

• To manage user permissions

• To create user interfaces

What is a potential issue with dynamic linking?

• It increases the size of the executable

• It requires recompilation of the program

• The program may stop working if libraries change or are missing

• It is only available on Linux systems

What is the advantage of using function libraries for a programmer?

• They are always free to use

• They provide common solutions to everyday problems

• They require no maintenance

• They are only available in Python