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Chapter 5 - System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management Flashcards

1
Q 
The two major types of system software programs are utility programs and the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) charms
B) application software
C) user interface
D) operating system
A

D) operating system

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All of the following are examples of network operating systems EXCEPT \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) Windows 10
B) Linux
C) OS X
D) MS-DOS
A

D) MS-DOS

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Which of the following capabilities of UNIX is FALSE?
A) It is multiuser.
B) It is multitasking.
C) It is a network OS.
D) It is only for super computers.
A

D) It is only for super computers.

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4
Q 
Most supercomputers use the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ operating system.
A) UNIX
B) Linux
C) Windows
D) iOS
A

B) Linux

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5
Q 
Which of the following is a proprietary OS for desktop and laptop computers?
A) Windows
B) iOS
C) Android
D) Linux
A

A) Windows

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6
Q 
The Mac OS was the first commercially available OS to incorporate \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) networking
B) color graphics
C) sound
D) point and click technology
A

D) point and click technology

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7
Q

Which of the following is NOT a user interface?
A) command-driven
B) application programming interface (API)
C) menu-driven
D) graphical user interface (GUI)

A

B) application programming interface (API)

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8
Q 
Using hard disk space to temporarily store data or instructions from RAM is referred to as the \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) spool
B) interrupt sequencer
C) compressor
D) virtual memory
A

D) virtual memory

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Each device attached to your computer has a special program called a(n) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ that enables the device and operating system to communicate with each other.
A) device driver
B) translator
C) interpreter
D) device configurator
A

A) device driver

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Which of the following is the first step in the boot process?
A) The BIOS is activated by turning on the computer.
B) The BIOS checks that all devices are in place.
C) The OS is loaded into RAM.
D) Configuration and customization settings are checked.

A

A) The BIOS is activated by turning on the computer.

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Q 
The basic input/output system (BIOS) is stored on a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ chip.
A) ROM
B) CPU
C) RAM
D) CMOS
A

A) ROM

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C: denotes a(n) \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ directory that is at the top of the filing structure of a computer.
A) top-level
B) cluster
C) root
D) upper-level
A

C) root

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13
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When using Windows File Explorer, which view provides the most information at a glance?
A) List
B) Content
C) Tiles
D) Details
A

D) Details

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14
Q 
All of the following can be used in an OS X file name EXCEPT \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.
A) :
B) #
C) %
D) $
A

A) :

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15
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Which of the following Windows utility programs arranges pieces of files on your hard drive to allow for faster access?
A) Disk Cleanup
B) Disk Defragmenter
C) Error-checking
D) Task Manager
A

B) Disk Defragmenter

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16
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Which utility temporarily removes redundancies in a file to reduce the file size?
A) Disk Cleanup
B) File Compression
C) Error-checking
D) Disk Defragmenter
A

B) File Compression

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17
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The \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ utility automatically creates duplicates of your libraries, desktops, contacts and favorites to another storage location.
A) System Restore
B) Time Capsules
C) File History
D) Carbonite
A

C) File History

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18
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The ________ is a group of programs that controls how your computer functions.

A

operating system

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19
Q

iOS was developed by ________ as the operating system for its tablets and smartphones.

A

Apple

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20
Q

The fuel-injection system in car engine uses a(n) ________ operating system.

A

real time

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21
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Most supercomputers use the ________ operating system.

A

Linux

22
Q

The vast majority of smartphones use the ________ or ________ operating systems.

A

Android, iOS

23
Q

Linux download packages are called distributions or ________.

A

distros

24
Q

MS-DOS used a(n) ________ interface.

A

command driven

25
Q

A unique signal by a device to let the operating system know that it needs attention is called a(n) ________.

A

interrupt

26
Q

If your computer is thrashing, increase ________ to solve the problem.

A

RAM

27
Q

PnP stands for ________.

A

Plug and Play

28
Q

The Windows feature that removes a newly installed, improperly working driver and replaces it with the last one that worked is called ________.

A

Roll Back Driver

29
Q

During the boot process, the ________ is responsible for loading the operating system from the hard drive into RAM.

A

BIOS

30
Q

When a computer is booted, the ________ checks the computer’s components.

A

POST

31
Q

) If Windows detects a problem during the boot process, it will add Last Known Good Configuration to the Windows ________ Menu.

A

Advanced Options

32
Q

Files are stored in a hierarchical structure of ________ that includes files, folders, libraries, and drives.

A

directories

33
Q

The ________ is a Windows tool that enables you to capture a screen display.

A

snipping tool

34
Q

In the Windows operating system, the C:\ path is commonly referred to as the ________ directory.

A

root

35
Q

When using a Windows PC, ________ is the main tool for finding, viewing, and managing files.

A

File Explorer

36
Q

The Windows path separator is the ________ character.

A

\

37
Q

In the file name, Resume.docx, docx is the ________, indicating the file type.

A

extension

38
Q

Disk ________ realigns separated data so that related file pieces are unified.

A

defragmentation

39
Q

The Windows utility program that removes unnecessary files from the hard drive is called ________.

A

Disk Cleanup

40
Q

Tracks on hard disk drives are broken down into ________.

A

sectors

41
Q

Scattered pieces of files on the hard drive can be regrouped into sequential order using the ________ utility.

A

Disk defragmenter

42
Q

Windows includes the ________ Center, which is a centralized location for assistive technology and tools to adjust accessibility settings.

A

Ease of Access

43
Q

When your computer runs out of RAM, the operating system borrows space from the CPU.

A

FALSE

44
Q

Installing a device driver can sometimes cause system instability.

A

TRUE

45
Q

CMOS is a special kind of memory that uses a great deal of power.

A

FALSE

46
Q 
Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I.	folder
II.	track
III.	sector
IV.	platter
V.	taskbar

A. concentric circle on the hard drive
B. round, thin plate of metal that makes up a hard drive
C. pie-shaped wedge on the hard drive
D. displays open and favorite applications
E. storage location for a collection of files

A

E, A, C, B, D

47
Q 
Match each of the following terms to its file type (category):
I.	.pdf
II.	.jpg
III.	.zip
IV.	.accdb
V.	.html
A.	web page
B.	Microsoft Access
C.	image
D.	portable document format
E.	compressed files
A

D, C, E, B, A

48
Q 
Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I.	platform
II.	pin
III.	Desktop
IV.	thrashing
V.	GUI

A. place an application tile on the Start screen or taskbar
B. primary work area
C. the condition of excessive paging
D. type of user interface in Mac OS X and Microsoft Windows 10
E. combination of processor and operating system

A

E, A, B, C, D

49
Q 
Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I.	Task Manager
II.	System Restore
III.	Disk Cleanup
IV.	Disk Defragmenter
V.	Error-checking

A. brings system back to a previously stable state
B. regroups related pieces of files on the hard disk
C. lists all the programs being used and indicates their status
D. checks the hard drive for damaged files
E. removes unnecessary files from the hard drive

A

C, A, E, B, D

50
Q 
Match each of the following terms to its meaning:
I.	kernel
II.	virtual memory
III.	swap file
IV.	spooler
V.	paging

A. the process of swapping data between RAM and a swap file
B. temporary storage area on the hard drive
C. coordinates print jobs
D. operating system supervisor program
E. process of optimizing RAM storage by using hard drive space

A

D, E, B, C, A

CP102 - Info Processing with Micros (15 decks)

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