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Recap
A computer is an electronic device that carries out various tasks by following
instructions to process data and achieve the desired results.
Hardware refers to the physical parts of the computer system.
Software is a set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.
System software is designed to operate and control the computer hardware.
An operating system (OS) is the software that manages a computer's hardware and
software resources.
A language processor helps the computer understand instructions and converts them
from programming languages into machine language.
Application software refers to programs designed to perform specific tasks for the
user.
Customised software are developed to meet the specific needs of an organisation or
individual.
Exercise
A. Tick ( ) the correct option.
1. Which of the following is an example of system software?
a. Microsoft Excel b. Adobe Photoshop
c. Windows 11 d. LibreOffice Base
2. Which type of software is used to create presentations with animations and charts?
a. Presentation Software b. Spreadsheet Software
c. Graphics Software d. Customised Software
3. Which software is used to handle data backup and restore operations?
a. Disk Cleanup b. Backup Utility
c. Disk Defragmentation d. Data Compression
4. Identify the primary function of a compiler.
a. Translates entire code before execution b. Converts code one statement at a time
c. Manages network performance d. None of these
5. Choose the type of language processor, which translates code one statement at a time.
a. Compiler b. Assembler
c. Interpreter d. Debugger
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