Software and Networking Quiz

What is the primary role of an operating system?

• Execute application software

• Manage files, processes, hardware, and user interface

• Compress data files

• Simulate real-world scenarios

Which of the following is a function of an operating system?

• Rendering graphics

• Managing hardware resources

• Writing high-level code

• Encrypting network data

What is system software primarily designed to do?

• Perform specific user tasks

• Manage computer resources and provide a platform for applications

• Create graphical user interfaces only

• Simulate virtual environments

Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Microsoft Word

• Windows 10

• Adobe Photoshop

• Google Chrome

What distinguishes application software from system software?

• Application software manages hardware

• Application software is designed for specific user tasks

• Application software runs the operating system

• Application software requires low-level programming

Which type of software is used to perform defragmentation?

• Application software

• Utility software

• System software

• Programming software

What is the purpose of utility software?

• Create user applications

• Perform maintenance tasks like file management and backups

• Connect to networks

• Execute high-level programs

Which utility software function helps protect against viruses?

• Compression

• Anti-malware

• Defragmentation

• File conversion

What does file compression utility software do?

• Increases file size for storage

• Reduces file size to save space

• Encrypts files for security

• Deletes unnecessary files

Which of the following is a task performed by backup utility software?

• Optimizing CPU performance

• Creating copies of data for recovery

• Rendering 3D graphics

• Managing network protocols