TAYS Chapter 3: Software (Module 4)

Which of the following is NOT an office suite?

Adobe Creative

Which of the following is an example of desktop publishing software?

Adobe InDesign

Which of the following products would you choose if you wanted to edit videos?

Apple Final Cut Pro

Some ERP systems integrate ___ capabilities that allow sales departments to manage call centers, support customers, and keep track of sales commissions.

CRM

With the ___ operating system, you will be fully immersed in Google's ecosystem of apps and services.

Chrome

Operating systems communicate with most hardware components using:

Device drivers

Large organizations use ___ systems because they bring together many types of business functions into one software solution.

ERP

Which of the following is NOT a popular computer programming language?

Exchange

Which of the following is NOT an example of an office suite?

MySQL

Which of the following is a DBMS that you might find a large business using?

Oracle

A(n) ___ software designed to keep individuals organized.

PIM

Which of the following Adobe products would be the best choice for editing bitmap images?

Photoshop

___, which dates back to 1969, runs many of the world's most powerful servers.

Unix

The series of steps that describe exactly what each portion of a program is supposed to do is known as a(n):

algorithm

A(n) __________ is a copy of one or more files that is made in case the originals become lost or damaged.

backup

Programs that are based on ___ graphics record your images on a pixel by pixel basis and will typically save files in formats such as JPG, GIF, and PNG.

bitmap

A(n) ___ is just another name for an error in a program.

bug

___ backup providers are companies which provide utility software that creates automated backups to an online account.

cloud

Computers that have the same operating system are said to be ___ with each other because they can support the same software.

compatible

__________ software aids architects, engineers, and many others who need to create a digital model of an object.

computer-aided design

A computer __________ is simply an organized method for storing information.

database

__________ is the process of scrambling your data or storage devices to make them unreadable by anyone who doesn't have the proper key.

encryption

A(n) __________ is the typical license that a user must agree to before installing software.

end-user license agreement

Application software is made for the computer's proper operation, while system software aims to make users more productive.

false

In Windows, files are managed with a tool known as Finder. On a Mac, that tool is known as Explorer.

false

The most popular format for file compression is known as CRM.

false

The process of converting algorithms into an actual computer program is known as flowcharting.

false

While software updates fix security vulnerabilities in software, they rarely address software errors or needed improvements.

false

Preparing a storage device for use by an operating system is known as:

formatting

Modern operating systems have a(n) __________ , allowing users to communicate via graphical elements on the screen.

graphical user interface

Which of the following operating systems is NOT likely to be running on a server?

iOS

A(n) ___ is a graphical representation of a file, folder, or drive.

icon

On Windows, ___ can display real-time information such as the current weather, news, or social media updates.

live tiles

Collectively, all malicious programs are referred to as:

malware

The ability to run multiple programs at the same time is known as __________ .

multitasking

The purpose of a(n) __________ is to manage the flow of data between hardware components and allow the user to communicate with the computer.

operating system

Dividing a hard drive into multiple sections is known as:

partitioning

A file __________ is a complete address that describes the exact location of a file.

path

Which type of software is used for entering, calculating, and analyzing sets of numbers, as well as creating graphs and charts?

spreadsheet

___ software refers to any software that is created for the operation, maintenance, and security of a computer.

system

A programmer or software company will often release a beta version in order to test software in real-world conditions.

true

In some operating systems, folders may be referred to as directories.

true

Tax preparation software allows individuals to prepare their income taxes and file electronically (e-file) with the IRS.

true

With a subscription model, users pay a fixed amount of money per month in order to use software.

true

A(n) _________ is a special environment that allows you to run an operating system on top of another operating system.

virtual machine

Many feel that the future of gaming will involve __________ , where humans can experience realistic environments that are simulated by computers.

virtual reality

A ___ license allows companies to install the software on multiple (or all) the machines that they own.

volume

__ applications allow you to play games, edit documents, and even create basic drawings without leaving your web browser.

web-based