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     1.   A computer’s operating system is loaded into memory during the SOLE process.

 

 

     2.   Drivers are used to communicate with peripheral devices such as monitors, printers, and keyboards.

 

 

     3.   With multiprocessing, processors on a CPU usually work together to complete one job more quickly.

 

 

     4.   Most operating systems today use a GUI.

 

     5.   The newest version of Windows is Windows 8.

 

     6.   Windows Mobile, Android, and iPhone OS are all operating systems meant for use with mobile phones.

 

     7.   Shareware is a software program that is given away by the author for others to use free of charge.

 

     8.   Related software programs are often sold bundled together as a software suite.

 

     9.   The term DBMS is used in reference to spreadsheet software.

 

   10.   Media players are programs designed to play audio and video files available via your computer.

 

MODIFIED TRUE/FALSE

 

     1.   Database management involves keeping track of the files stored on a computer so that they can be retrieved when needed. _________________________

 

 

     2.   Memory management involves optimizing the usage of RAM. _________________________

 

 

     3.   The most common use of buffering and spooling is print spooling. _________________________

 

     4.   UNIX is the proprietary operating system for computers made by Apple Inc. _________________________

 

     5.   Android is a(n) Linux-based operating system. _________________________

 

     6.   System software includes all the programs that allow you to perform specific tasks on a computer. _________________________

 

     7.   SaaS and cloudware are two other terms for installed software. _________________________

 

 

     8.   The images in the accompanying figure are all examples of presentation graphics. _________________________

 

 

     9.   Bitmap graphics use mathematical formulas to represent image content instead of pixels. _________________________

 

 

   10.   Desktop publishing refers to using a personal computer to combine and manipulate text and images to create attractive, professional-looking documents. _________________________

 

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

     1.   System software consists of ____.

a.	the operating system
b.	utility programs
c.	RAM, the hard disk, and any USB flash drives attached
d.	both a and b

 

 

 

     2.   The operating system is loaded into memory during the ____ process.

a.	kernel	c.	SOLE
b.	boot	d.	lacing

 

 

 

     3.   Without a(n) ____, a computer cannot function.

a.	pointing device	c.	operating system
b.	application suite	d.	optical drive

 

 

     4.   The means by which you interact with any program on a computer is called the ____.

a.	user interface	c.	background interface
b.	P2P shunt	d.	GIU

 

 

     5.   The core of the computer’s operating system is called the ____.

a.	boot sector	c.	shell
b.	node	d.	kernel

 

 

     6.   Small programs called ____ are used to communicate with peripheral devices such as monitors, printers, and keyboards.

a.	buses	c.	drivers
b.	threads	d.	page files

 

 

     7.   On a computer with two or more CPUs, ____ is a technique in which each processor or core works on a different job.

a.	parallel processing	c.	multiprocessing
b.	looped threading	d.	swap filing

 

     8.   ____ uses a portion of a computer’s hard drive as additional RAM.

a.	Ghost scripting	c.	Spooning
b.	Virtual memory	d.	Parallel processing

 

 

 

     9.   The process of placing items on a ____ so they can be retrieved by the appropriate device when needed is called ____.

a.	spool, threading	c.	buffer, spooling
b.	swap file, threading	d.	thread, buffing

 

 

 

   10.   Most operating systems today use a ____.

a.	GUI	c.	YUI
b.	command-line interface	d.	neural net interface

 

 

 

   11.   Operating systems used with personal computers are typically referred to as ____ operating systems.

a.	desktop	c.	mobile
b.	network	d.	embedded

 

 

 

   12.   In the 1980s, ____ was the dominant operating system for microcomputers.

a.	Windows	c.	Mac OS
b.	UNIX	d.	DOS

 

 

 

   13.   The accompanying figure shows a(n) ____.

a.	GUI	c.	command-line interface
b.	HUI	d.	UNIX interface

 

 

 

   14.   In the accompanying figure, the command to change to a new drive is shown in box ____.

a.	A	c.	C
b.	B	d.	D

 

 

 

   15.   The latest version of the Windows operating system is ____.

a.	Windows XP	c.	Windows Vista
b.	Windows 10	d.	Windows 7

 

 

 

   16.   Mac OS is based on the ____ operating system.

a.	LiMaX	c.	DOS
b.	UNIX	d.	FORTRAN

 

 

 

   17.   ____ set the original standard for graphical user interfaces.

a.	Windows 1.0	c.	Mac OS
b.	Windows 95	d.	UNIX

 

 

 

   18.   Of the following, the ____ operating system was developed the earliest.

a.	UNIX	c.	DOS
b.	Linux	d.	Mac OS

 

 

 

   19.   Linux was released to the public as ____.

a.	trialware	c.	owner-licensed software
b.	open source software	d.	a Windows 3.1 device driver

 

 

 

   20.   All of the following typically use the same operating systems as desktop computers EXCEPT ____.

a.	notebooks	c.	mobile phones
b.	netbooks	d.	UMPCs

 

   21.   ____ is an open mobile operating system platform.

a.	Android	c.	BlackBerry OS
b.	iPhone OS	d.	Palm

 

 

 

   22.   A(n) ____ is a software program that performs a specific task, usually related to managing or maintaining the computer system.

a.	application	c.	kernel
b.	utility program	d.	device driver

 

 

 

   23.   ____ programs reduce the size of files so they take up less storage space.

a.	File management	c.	Cleanup
b.	Backup and recovery	d.	File compression

 

 

 

   24.   AIX and UNICOS are ____.

a.	versions of Microsoft Windows designed for international markets
b.	mobile operating systems
c.	versions of UNIX tailored for mainframes and supercomputers
d.	none of the above

 

 

 

   25.   ____ software includes any software that is developed and sold for a profit.

a.	Commercial	c.	Freeware
b.	Industry-ware	d.	Vaporware

 

 

 

   26.   ____ is a benefit of open source software.

a.	Increased stability	c.	Availability of support
b.	Profit	d.	Inter-product compatibility

 

 

 

   27.   ____ programs are distributed on the honor system.

a.	Malware	c.	Freeware
b.	Shareware	d.	Vaporware

 

 

 

   28.   ____ software is not copyrighted.

a.	Commercial	c.	Freeware
b.	Shareware	d.	Public domain

 

 

 

   29.   When a software program is purchased, ____.

a.	the buyer is buying the software
b.	the buyer can modify and resell the software
c.	the buyer may always install the software on as many systems as he or she wishes
d.	none of the above

 

   30.   Mobile software is almost always ____.

a.	purchased in physical form	c.	freeware or shareware
b.	downloaded from the Internet	d.	public domain

 

 

 

   31.   Sometimes, related software programs are sold bundled together as a(n) ____.

a.	operating system	c.	incentivization
b.	software suite	d.	software cluster

 

 

 

   32.   A(n) ____ is a group of values and other data organized into rows and columns.

a.	database	c.	spreadsheet
b.	vector bitmap	d.	office suite

 

 

 

   33.   The term DBMS is related to ____ software.

a.	word processing	c.	graphics
b.	spreadsheet	d.	database

 

 

 

   34.   The images in the accompanying figure were most likely created by ____.

a.	Corel WordPerfect	c.	Adobe Photoshop Elements
b.	Oracle Database	d.	Microsoft PowerPoint

 

 

 

   35.   ____ images are created by coloring the individual pixels in an image.

a.	Bitmap	c.	Illustrator
b.	Vector	d.	Radial

 

 

 

   36.   You would most likely create vector images using a drawing program like ____.

a.	Microsoft Word	c.	CorelDRAW
b.	Adobe Photoshop	d.	Sound Forge

 

 

 

   37.   DVD ____ refers to recording data onto a recordable or rewritable DVD.

a.	ripping	c.	tracing
b.	burning	d.	authoring

 

 

   38.   Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and atlases are examples of ____ software.

a.	infotainment	c.	library
b.	educational	d.	reference

 

 

 

   39.   CAD stands for ____.

a.	computer-aided design	c.	code and decode
b.	constructed architecture design	d.	cellular-age desktop

 

 

 

   40.   ____ software enables a group of individuals to work together on a project.

a.	Cloud	c.	Compilation
b.	Collaboration	d.	Web notebook

 

 

 

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions

 

Case 3-1

You are studying the history of various operating systems.

 

   41.   The earliest operating system mentioned in this chapter is ____.

a.	UNIX	c.	DOS
b.	Linux	d.	Mac OS

 

 

   42.   Your friend talks about the Windows operating environment. He is most likely referring to his experience in using ____.

a.	Windows Mobile	c.	Windows Me
b.	Windows 7	d.	Windows 3.1

 

 

 

   43.   You are working in a Command Prompt window to perform some tasks. You are most likely using remnants of the ____ operating system.

a.	UNIX	c.	Mac OS
b.	DOS	d.	ZX80

 

 

 

   44.   Your new cell phone is least likely to have an operating system based directly on ____.

a.	UNIX	c.	Mac OS
b.	Linux	d.	Windows

 

 

 

   45.   You are looking for a computer system that can serve as a central storage location for all your home electronic devices—your computers, gaming consoles, media players, music library, etc. You’re most likely to be interested in a system running ____.

a.	Windows Server 2008	c.	Embedded Linux
b.	Windows Home Server	d.	i5/OS

 

 

 

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions

 

Case 3-2

You are in the market for various kinds of application software.

 

   46.   You want a program that can use formulas to perform calculations, and organize numbers and values into rows and columns. You most likely want ____.

a.	a word processing program	c.	presentation software
b.	a spreadsheet program	d.	note taking software

 

 

 

   47.   You have moved beyond simple painting programs and are ready for high-powered image editing software. You most likely would choose ____.

a.	Adobe Photoshop	c.	Microsoft Office
b.	Adobe Illustrator	d.	Serif PagePlus

 

 

 

   48.   Your business has a growing client base as well as a growing inventory. You need to keep track of a good deal of information and be able to search for information quickly, so you decide to invest in ____.

a.	database software	c.	presentation software
b.	spreadsheet software	d.	note taking software

 

 

 

   49.   You don’t have the resources to hire a professional printer, but you want your work to look like you did. You are most likely to buy ____.

a.	Microsoft Word	c.	Circus Ponies NoteBook
b.	Adobe InDesign	d.	YouSendIt

 

 

 

   50.   Lastly, you need a specialized program to help you track your personal expenses, balance your checking accounts, and write checks. You were looking at buying ____, but you realized that much of what you need is already available via online banking with your local bank.

a.	spreadsheet software	c.	personal finance software
b.	accounting software	d.	vector software

 

 

 

COMPLETION

 

     1.   A user interface ____________________ user instructions into a form the computer can understand, as well as any feedback from hardware into a form that the user can understand.

 

 

     2.   If a new device is found when a computer boots, the OS tries to install the appropriate driver automatically—a feature called ____________________.

 

 

     3.   ____________________ refers to the ability of an operating system to have more than one program open at one time.

 

 

     4.   A page file is also called a(n) ____________________.

 

 

     5.   ____________________ operating systems are those built into consumer kiosks, cash registers, some consumer electronics, and other devices.

 

 

     6.   Microsoft plans to support Windows ____________________ until the year 2014.

 

     7.   The accompanying figure shows the ____________________ operating system.

 

     8.   Operating systems based on UNIX are sometimes referred to as UNIX ____________________.

 

 

     9.   ____________________ is the version of Windows designed for mobile phones.

 

 

   10.   ____________________ software encompasses programs whose source code is available to the public.

 

   11.   It is legal but unethical to use ____________________ programs beyond their specified trial period.

 

 

   12.   Software run directly from the Internet is known as ____________________ software.

 

   13.   OpenOffice.org is a free alternative to Microsoft ____________________.

 

   14.   The term ____________________ is often used to refer to audio and video content.

 

 

   15.   ____________________ are programs designed to play audio and video files available via your computer.

 

MATCHING

 

 

a.	UNIX	g.	application software
b.	driver	h.	word processing
c.	Aero	i.	boot process
d.	single-user license	j.	Symbian OS
e.	vector graphics	k.	edutainment software
f.	virtual memory	l.	command-line interface

 

 

     1.   all the programs that allow you to perform specific tasks on a computer

 

     2.   using part of a hard drive as additional RAM

 

     3.   programs designed to teach a skill and provide amusement at the same time

 

     4.   requires users to type in commands to issue instructions to a computer

 

     5.   used on most Nokia mobile phones

 

     6.   creating written documents such as letters, contracts, and reports

 

     7.   originally developed at AT&T Bell Labs as an OS for midrange servers

 

     8.   a small program that communicates with a peripheral device

 

     9.   uses mathematical formulas to represent images

 

   10.   a visual GUI introduced in Windows Vista

 

   11.   typically comes with commercial software

 

   12.   the first thing that occurs when you turn on a computer

ESSAY

 

     1.   Name at least four improvements of Windows 7 over Windows Vista.

 

 

     2.   What is the concept behind open source software? What are some pros and cons?

 

 

     3.   Name and briefly describe the four main kinds of programs found in a typical office suite.