Computer Software MCQs
Practice Computer Software MCQs covering system software, application software, utility software and firmware with answers and detailed explanations.
Question #51
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Which software is used to protect against malware and spyware?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Antivirus and anti-malware software detect and remove malicious programs.
Antivirus and anti-malware software detect and remove malicious programs.
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Question #52
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What is the role of the BIOS in system software?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
BIOS performs POST and then loads the bootloader, which loads the OS.
BIOS performs POST and then loads the bootloader, which loads the OS.
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Question #53
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Which of the following is a type of programming software?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
A debugger is a tool used by programmers to test and fix code.
A debugger is a tool used by programmers to test and fix code.
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Question #54
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What is the function of the paging system in an OS?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Paging allows the OS to use secondary storage as an extension of RAM (virtual memory).
Paging allows the OS to use secondary storage as an extension of RAM (virtual memory).
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Question #55
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Which of the following is an example of educational software?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Mathematica is application software used for mathematics and education.
Mathematica is application software used for mathematics and education.
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Question #56
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What is the main function of a scheduler?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The scheduler allocates CPU time to various processes.
The scheduler allocates CPU time to various processes.
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Question #57
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Which software is used to edit and manipulate photographs?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Adobe Photoshop is a raster graphics editor used for photo manipulation.
Adobe Photoshop is a raster graphics editor used for photo manipulation.
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Question #58
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What is the difference between a batch OS and a time-sharing OS?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Batch OS processes jobs without user interaction; time-sharing allows multiple users to interact simultaneously.
Batch OS processes jobs without user interaction; time-sharing allows multiple users to interact simultaneously.
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Question #59
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Which of the following is a type of system software that manages data storage and retrieval?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The file system is part of the OS that organizes and manages files on storage devices.
The file system is part of the OS that organizes and manages files on storage devices.
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Question #60
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What is the purpose of a software license?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
A software license is a legal agreement defining how the software can be used and distributed.
A software license is a legal agreement defining how the software can be used and distributed.
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