Computer Software MCQs
Practice Computer Software MCQs covering system software, application software, utility software and firmware with answers and detailed explanations.
Question #61
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Which of the following is an example of a cloud-based application?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Office 365 is a cloud-based application suite accessible via the internet.
Office 365 is a cloud-based application suite accessible via the internet.
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Question #62
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What is the main function of the command-line interface (CLI)?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
CLI is a text-based interface where users type commands to interact with the OS.
CLI is a text-based interface where users type commands to interact with the OS.
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Question #63
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Which of the following is an example of a system monitor utility?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Task Manager monitors system performance, processes, and resource usage.
Task Manager monitors system performance, processes, and resource usage.
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Question #64
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What is the role of the shell in an OS?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The shell is a user interface that interprets and executes commands.
The shell is a user interface that interprets and executes commands.
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Question #65
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Which software is used for accounting and financial management?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Tally is application software specifically for business accounting.
Tally is application software specifically for business accounting.
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Question #66
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What is the purpose of a dynamic link library (DLL)?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
DLL files contain code and data shared by multiple programs to save memory.
DLL files contain code and data shared by multiple programs to save memory.
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Question #67
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Which of the following is a characteristic of proprietary software?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Proprietary software has restrictions on copying, modifying, and redistributing.
Proprietary software has restrictions on copying, modifying, and redistributing.
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Question #68
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What is the function of a debugger?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A debugger is a tool used to test and remove bugs (errors) in software.
A debugger is a tool used to test and remove bugs (errors) in software.
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Question #69
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Which of the following is a type of application software used for communication?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Zoom is a video conferencing application software.
Zoom is a video conferencing application software.
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Question #70
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What is the difference between an API and a GUI?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
GUI allows users to interact with software, while API allows programs to interact with each other.
GUI allows users to interact with software, while API allows programs to interact with each other.
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