Question 1

Question 1Describe four tasks that are carried out by an operating system.

Accepted Answer

The four tasks that are carried out by an operating system are:Processor Management — The management of CPU by the operating system is known as processor management.Memory Management — The operating system allocates memory to a program for execution and de-allocates it when the program finishes executing.File System Management — The Operating System organizes and manages data on storage devices, creating, reading, writing, and deleting files, and handling directories and permissions.Device Management — The operating system keeps track of all the devices, enables and controls the input-output (I/O) devices attached to a computer system.

Question 2

Question 2Complete the sentences using words from this list:the applications softwarea dialogue boxan iconthe keyboardthe operating system(i) When a computer is turned on, the first program to run is ............... .(ii) Software that designs the	pamphlets, brochures etc is an example of ............... .

Accepted Answer

(i) When a computer is turned on, the first program to run is the operating system.(ii) Software that designs the pamphlets, brochures etc. is an example of the applications software.

Question 3

Question 3John's new computer has a Linux operating system.(a) List one task carried out by the operating system.(b) John wants to protect his computer from viruses. Which type of software can serve his purpose ?

Accepted Answer

(a) Memory Management — The operating system allocates memory to a program for execution and de-allocates it when the program finishes executing.(b) Antivirus software.

Question 4

Question 4The operating system of a computer is :Hardware which helps to manage the computer systemSoftware which helps to manage the computer systemHardware which creates programs for use by the computer systemSoftware which creates programs for use by the computer system

Accepted Answer

Software which helps to manage the computer systemReason — An operating system is a set of programs that manage computer hardware resources, provide services to software applications, and act as an intermediary between hardware and software, ensuring proper execution and functioning of the computer.

Question 5

Question 5Name the Software that performs system tasks other than that of operating system.

Accepted Answer

Utility software.

Question 6

Question 6A company provides on-line training courses.(a) Give one use for each of the following to help the company run these courses :(i) Spreadsheet package(ii) Database package(iii) Accounting package(iv) Word processing package(b) A leaflet designed using word processing software to advertise a course is currently too big to fit on a single printed page. What features of the word processing software could be used to alter the design so that it does fit on one page ?

Accepted Answer

(a) Use of software packages for online training courses:(i) Spreadsheet package — The company can use a spreadsheet package to manage and analyze data related to course registrations, student progress, and assessment scores. It can create grade books, attendance records, and financial projections for the courses.(ii) Database package — With a database package, the company can organize and store information about students, instructors, course content, and other relevant data. It can efficiently retrieve and update records, track student progress, and generate reports.(iii) Accounting package — An accounting package can help the company manage its financial transactions, track revenue and expenses from the courses, handle invoicing, and create financial reports for budgeting and analysis.(iv) Word processing package — The company can use a word processing package to create and edit course materials, such as lesson plans, training manuals, and promotional materials like brochures and flyers.(b) The following features of Word processing software can be used to adjust the design and fit the leaflet on a single printed page:Page Margins — Adjusting the margins can create more space on the page, allowing more content to fit within the available area.Font Size and Formatting — Reducing the font size or adjusting the text formatting (e.g., line spacing, character spacing) can make the text more compact, freeing up space.Paragraph and Text Alignment — Changing the alignment of paragraphs and text can improve space utilization and overall layout.Image Size and Placement — Resizing images and adjusting their placement can help optimize the use of space on the leaflet.

Question 7

Question 7(a) Give the name of the operating system that you use at school or at home.(b) Write down two tasks that your operating system performs.(c) Where in the computer is the operating system normally stored when the power to the computer is off ?

Accepted Answer

(a) Microsoft Windows.(b) Two tasks performed by the operating system are:Memory Management — The operating system allocates memory to a program for execution and de-allocates it when the program finishes executing.Device Management — The operating system keeps track of all the devices, enables and controls the input-output (I/O) devices attached to a computer system.(c) The operating system is normally stored on a secondary storage device such as a hard disk drive (HDD) when the power to the computer is off.

Question 8

Question 8Below is a list of various types of software :Database, File Management, Spread sheet, Word Processing, Encryption, AntivirusWhich would be most suitable for :(i) Rotation of Shapes(ii) Typing text for a report(iii) Replication of cells(iv) Carrying out complex calculations on two or more criteria(v) Storing employees' details(vi) Organizing files for faster search(vii) Scanning and cleaning a computer for harmful files

Accepted Answer

(i) Rotation of Shapes — Word Processing(ii) Typing text for a report — Word Processing(iii) Replication of cells — Spread sheet(iv) Carrying out complex calculations on two or more criteria — Spread sheet(v) Storing employees' details — Database(vi) Organizing files for faster search — File Management(vii) Scanning and cleaning a computer for harmful files — Antivirus

Question 9

Question 1The programs designed to govern the computer hardware system are called the	............... .

Accepted Answer

The programs designed to govern the computer hardware system are called the	System software.

Question 10

Question 2Software designed for a specific application such as pay calculations, processing of examination result etc. are known as ............... .

Accepted Answer

Software designed for a specific application such as pay calculations, processing of examination result etc. are known as Application software.

Question 11

Question 3In computer terminology, a compiler meansa person who computes source programsthe same thing as a programmera key puncher operatora program which translates high level language program to machine language

Accepted Answer

a program which translates high level language program to machine languageReason — In computer terminology, a compiler means a program which translates high level language program to machine language

Question 12

Question 4The primary job of the operating system of a computer is tocommand resourcesbe user friendlyprovide utilitiesall the above

Accepted Answer

all the aboveReason — The primary goal of an operating system is to make the computer system convenient to use and secondary goal is to use computer hardware in an efficient manner.

Question 13

Question 5The operating system of a computer serves as a software interface between the user andhardwareperipheralmemoryscreen

Accepted Answer

hardwareReason — The operating system of a computer serves as a software interface between the user and hardware.

Question 14

Question 6The term "operating system" refers toa set of programs which controls computer workingthe way a computer operator worksconversion of high level language into machine codethe way a floppy disk drive operates

Accepted Answer

a set of programs which controls computer workingReason — An operating system is a set of programs that manage computer hardware resources, provide services to software applications, and act as an intermediary between hardware and software, ensuring proper execution and functioning of the computer.

Question 15

Question 7Operating System isa collection of hardware componentsa collection of input-output devicesa collection of software routinesall of the above

Accepted Answer

a collection of software routinesReason — An operating system is a set of programs that manage computer hardware resources, provide services to software applications, and act as an intermediary between hardware and software, ensuring proper execution and functioning of the computer.

Question 16

Question 8Operating Systemlinks a program with the subroutines it referencesprovides a layered, user-friendly interfaceenables the programmer to draw a flowchartall the above

Accepted Answer

provides a layered, user-friendly interfaceReason — An Operating System is a program, which acts as an intermediary between a user and the hardware by providing a layered, user-friendly interface.

Question 17

Question 9Which of the following is an example of computer software?Impact printerConsolePayroll packageOCR

Accepted Answer

Payroll packageReason — Payroll package is an example of computer software.

Question 18

Question 10Which type of software is designed to perform specific personal, business, or scientific processing tasks ?SystemApplicationsGUICompiler

Accepted Answer

ApplicationsReason — Application Software is the set of programs necessary to carry out operations for a specified application.

Question 19

Question 11Which software takes control of computer system on startup ?CompilerOperating systemApplication softwareAll of these

Accepted Answer

Operating systemReason — Operating system takes control of computer system on startup.

Question 20

Question 1Differentiate between hardware and software.

Accepted Answer

HardwareSoftwareIt is required to store and run a software.It refers to the programs that enable a computer to perform specific tasks.Hardware starts functioning once a software is loaded.Software is installed on the hardware to deliver its set of instructions.Hardware is physical in nature.Software is logical in nature.There are more chances of failure in hardware devices.Software does not have a failure rate and hence, is more reliable.Hardware components can be seen and touched.Software can be viewed at the time of execution/loading.

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