Canvas Module 6: Take Quiz (from Textbook Module 8)

A software company is working on a new project for a mutual fund organization. The client expects the scope of the project to be flexible; their goals are evolving and they needed to test the product as components are finished. Which type of project development methodology should be adopted? Group of answer choices

Agile development

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?

An uninstaller removes the program files and any associated entries in the system files.

In which phase of the SDLC is the feasibility study done to determine if the project is worth pursuing?

Analysis phase

What type of security software prevents, detects, and removes malware that tries to collect personal information or change computer settings without your consent?

Antispyware

Emma needs to purchase a note-taking app for her iPhone. Which of the following sources is typically safe for purchasing the app?

App Store for iOS

What can you do to make sure you are not contributing to software piracy?

Buy software only from legitimate resellers or directly from the manufacturer.

File transfer programs belong in what software category?

Communications

Movies, music, and other digital content can be illegally distributed. What laws or strategy are designed to prevent this illegal distribution?

Digital Rights Management

Which type of programming language provides a graphical environment where the programmer uses a combination of English-like instructions, graphics, icons, and symbols to create code?

Fourth generation language

_____ is the process of setting up a program or app to work with your computer, mobile device, and other hardware.

Installation

Which of the following translation tools does NOT produce or store object code but translates instructions statement by statement?

Interpreters

Which of the following is an example of an object-oriented programming language?

Java

Which of the following programming languages adds interactivity to websites?

JavaScript

What defines the behavior of an object in object-oriented programming ?

Method

_____ are tools that track the memory usage, status, and errors of currently running software. Group of answer choices

Process managers

In which category of software do Microsoft Office Word and Excel belong?

Productivity

Che contracted with 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 contact for this information?

Project manager

What kind of software products can you download from the Internet without being subjected to copyright restrictions? Group of answer choices

Public domain software

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, Alexis does not remember exactly what she changed. Which of the following types of tools could help her in this scenario?

Restorers

Which commonly used programming language is used to manage, access, and search for database content?

SQL

Users of a new chat app reported many errors and bugs. What should the app developers release to solve the problems?

Service pack

Which 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

An growing organization needs to provide software to all of its current and future employees. Which of the following should the organization purchase?

Site license

_____ is the process of creating programs and apps from the idea stage to distribution to users.

Software development

Which of the following is not a general guideline for developers?

Start programming before creating a proposal.

During which phase of the SDLC does an app receive necessary maintenance, such as fixing errors or monitoring performance?

Support and security phase

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?

Tester

_____ are new releases of an app and may require an additional fee before you can install them.

Upgrades

What area of software development focuses on the user's reaction to and interaction with the software product?

User experience

While starting an app, Ian received an error message indicating that the version was no longer supported. How can Ian resolve the issue?

Visit the manufacturer's website and install the latest updates for the app.

Meredith was using a spreadsheet app when it stopped responding and closed unexpectedly. What happened to the app?

a crash

During which phase of the SDLC is software tested to make sure each function works as intended?

all phases

_____ is designed to prevent illegal distribution of movies, music, and other digital content, including programs and apps.

digital rights management

What type of software monitors all incoming and outgoing traffic for your computer and blocks suspicious activity?

firewall

Which type of software is copyrighted and provided at no cost, though the developer retains all rights to the program?

freeware

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?

incomplete documentation

Ned wants to use a programming tool that includes a source code editor, debugger, and compiler. What type of software should Ned select?

integrated development environment (IDE)

The set of activities performed to build a program is called the _____.

software development life cycle (SDLC)

What do you call the rules each programming language has for writing instructions?

syntax

Designers use ___________, which are blueprints of different aspects of the program that also indicate how a user gets from one area of the program to another.

wireframes

When Russ opened a website on his browser, he saw an error that the site was not compatible with the browser version he was running it on. What tools could Russ use to troubleshoot this issue?

Patch finders

At what point are you responsible for following the terms in a software license agreement?

when you click or take another action to accept the terms

Which of the following is a common copyright infringement that involves illegally copying software, movies, music, and other digital materials?

Piracy

A banking app requires stringent access control measures for security reasons. Which of the following techniques could be used to define who can use the app and what actions they can perform?

Require users to identify themselves using biometrics or passwords.

Which of the following tools translates the source code of a procedural program into binary code?

compiler

Which of the following does a software license usually specify?

number of people authorized to use the software amount of RAM required to run the software geographic locations where users can run the software Many programs and apps continue to have additional functionality after the initial release. This enables developers to release a stable, tested version of a product, and then continue to add new features and security functionalities and release them as they become finalized.

What type of program would have a class named Student with objects called fullTime and partTime?

object-oriented program

What is the goal of a DevOps methodology?

to produce programs quickly and then offer continuous updates

Which software development method uses a linear, structured development cycle that completes each step before continuing to the next phase?

waterfall method

Is it advisable to enable automatic updates on security software?

Yes; this helps to catch and quarantine new malware before it harms the computer.