Lesson 1.2.2a
1.2.2a Types of application, utilities and open vs closed source Quiz: OCR Computer Science, Unit 2
20 questions
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The 20 questions
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Which type of software performs maintenance tasks to keep a computer system running smoothly?
- Translation software
- Operating system
- Utility software
- Application software
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Which type of software allows users to perform specific end-user tasks like word processing?
- Firmware
- System software
- Application software
- Utility software
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Which software licence provides access to the underlying source code for modification?
- Closed source
- Proprietary
- Open source
- Freeware
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Which software type is distributed only as compiled machine code without source code access?
- Shareware
- Proprietary software
- Public domain
- Open source software
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Software custom-built to meet the unique requirements of a specific organisation is called what?
- Off-the-shelf software
- Bespoke software
- Utility software
- Generic software
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Which term describes ready-made software available for immediate purchase by the general public?
- Bespoke software
- Tailor-made software
- Off-the-shelf software
- Custom-built software
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Which utility software reorganises files on a hard disk into contiguous storage blocks?
- Disk defragmenter
- Anti-malware
- Compression tool
- Backup utility
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Which software utility reduces file sizes to save storage space and transmission time?
- Task manager
- Compression software
- Encryption software
- Disk defragmenter
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A hospital needs software tailored precisely to its unique patient tracking process. Which should it choose?
- Generic application
- Off-the-shelf software
- Bespoke software
- Open source utility
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Why might a business choose to adopt open source software over proprietary software?
- Completely bug-free
- Guaranteed vendor support
- Source code customizable
- Higher initial cost
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What is a main disadvantage of relying on open source software for a business?
- Lacks formal support
- High licensing fees
- Hidden source code
- Cannot be modified
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Which utility scrambles plain text into ciphertext to secure sensitive data on disk?
- Encryption software
- File handler
- Antivirus
- Formatting tool
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Which utility regularly creates duplicate copies of critical files to protect against data loss?
- Translation software
- Backup software
- Device driver
- Disk defragmenter
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Which utility continuously scans a computer system to detect, isolate, and remove malware?
- Disk cleaner
- Firewall utility
- Antivirus software
- Defragmenter
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Which utility software scans hard drives to identify and safely delete unnecessary temporary files?
- Disk formatting
- Compression tool
- Defragmenter
- Disk cleanup
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Which software allows an operating system to communicate directly with hardware like a printer?
- Device driver
- Operating system
- Translator
- Utility programme
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Why should a disk defragmentation utility not be run on a solid state drive?
- Increases SSD temperature
- Erases all data
- Corrupts file system
- Reduces SSD lifespan
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Which requirement is commonly included in most open source software licences?
- Avoid commercial use
- Share modified code
- Hide source code
- Pay licensing fees
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What is a major financial advantage of buying off-the-shelf software instead of bespoke software?
- Lower initial cost
- Open source code
- Exclusive ownership
- Custom feature set
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Which software category encompasses operating systems, utility programmes, and programming language translators?
- Application software
- Open source software
- System software
- Bespoke software
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