CIS Ch8
the project manager of a software development team needs to hire someone to review every part of the software to make sure it works as intended. What position should he advertise for?
testers
Why should we use an uninstaller that comes with an operating system rather than the system's file management program to delete the folder containing the program's files to remove a software or app from a device?
-removes the program files and any associated entries in the system files -frees up storage space on your computer or device
what type of security software prevents, detects, and removes malware that tries to collect personal information or change computer settings w/out your consent?
Antispyware
movies, music, and other digital content can illegally distributed. What laws or strategy are designed to prevent this illegal distribution
DRM
what is an example of object-oriented programming language?
Java, C++, Visual Basic
file transfer programs belong in what software category
communications
users of a new chat app reported many errors bugs. What should the app developers release to solve the problems?
debugger
What is designed to prevent illegal distribution of movies, music, and other digital content, including programs and apps.
digital rights management
what is the goal of a DevOps methodology?
encourages collaboration b/w the development and operations. -produce programs quickly, and then offers continuous updates to increase the functionality of the program. ensures frequent releases of fixes and enhancements, some users prefer to have a complete product from the start, w/out needing continuous updates.
what type of software is copyrighted and provided at no cost, through the developer retains all rights to the programs?
freeware
during which phase of the SDLC is software tested to make sure each function works as intended?
implementation
what programming languages adds interactivity to websites?
javascript
what defines the behavior of an object in object-oriented programming?
method
che contracted w/ a software development team to create a program for his company. He wants to review the budget and schedule for the project every week. Which project team member should he contract for this information?
project manager
what kind of software products can you download from the Internet w/out being subjected to copyright restrictions
public domain
what can you do to not contribute to software piracy?
register your product to ensure it cannot be installed on another device w/out your knowledge, and report any illegal sale or purchase of programs or apps
Alexis changed a few default settings on a program she was using on her computer. Afterward, however, she did not like the results and preferred to get it back to default settings. Unfortunately, she does not remember exactly what she changed. which of the following types of tools could help her in this scenario?
restorer
what type of software is copyrighted and distributed for free for a trial period, and then requires you to send payment to continue using the program?
shareware
a growing organization needs to provide software to all of its current and future employees. what should the organization purchase>
site license
a software development team needs to upgrade a program, but the team members are having trouble understanding the program code and how it works. What could be the reason?
something wrong w/ documentation
during which phase of the SDLC does an app receive necessary maintenance, such as fixing errors or monitoring performance
support/security
what does a software license usually specify?
the number of devices on which you can install the product, any expiration dates, other restrictions
When you create an app, you are protected under copyright laws, even before you apply for a copyright.
true
at what point are your responsible for following the terms in a software license agreements?
when you click accept agreements
designers use - which are blueprints of different aspects of the program that also indicates how a user gets from one area of the program to another
wireframes
is it advisable to enable automatic updates on security software?
yes, it ensures that you have all of the latest features and security settings of a product
what phase of SDLC is the feasibility study done to determine if the project is
analysis