Correct option: B — run and manage the computer hardware
OS, device drivers and utilities are system software.
Q.12MCQSoftware
MS Word is an example of
A. system software only
B. application software
C. an operating system
D. a hardware port
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Correct option: B — application software
It helps the user write documents.
Q.13MCQSoftware
A compiler is used to
A. charge the battery
B. translate a high-level program into machine code
C. scan photos
D. block all websites
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Correct option: B — translate a high-level program into machine code
Class 9 programming basics: source code is translated before running.
Q.14MCQSoftware
Antivirus software is a
A. game
B. utility that detects malicious programs
C. type of RAM
D. printer driver only
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Correct option: B — utility that detects malicious programs
It must be updated; it is not a complete guarantee.
Q.15MCQSoftware
An interpreter differs from a compiler because it
A. prints faster
B. translates and runs code line by line
C. stores more songs
D. is a type of mouse
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Correct option: B — translates and runs code line by line
Python-style languages often use interpreters.
Q.16MCQSoftware
Device drivers are needed to
A. write poems
B. let the OS talk to a particular printer or camera
C. increase chair height
D. create IPR
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Correct option: B — let the OS talk to a particular printer or camera
Without a driver the hardware may not work correctly.
Q.17MCQSoftware
Freeware means
A. the software source must be secret always
B. you may use it without paying a licence fee, as the author allows
C. it is always open source
D. it is a virus
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Correct option: B — you may use it without paying a licence fee, as the author allows
Read the licence; freeware is not always open source.
Q.18MCQSoftware
Open-source software allows you to
A. steal any movie
B. study and often modify the source code under its licence
C. bypass school firewalls legally always
D. format the BIOS as a game
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Correct option: B — study and often modify the source code under its licence
Linux distributions are a common classroom example.
Q.101MCQSoftware
Backup means
A. deleting originals first always
B. keeping extra copies of important files
C. overclocking
D. phishing
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Correct option: B — keeping extra copies of important files
Use a second drive or trusted cloud plus local copy.
Q.112MCQSoftware
An algorithm is
A. a type of mouse
B. a step-by-step method to solve a problem
C. a WAN
D. a toner
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Correct option: B — a step-by-step method to solve a problem
Programs implement algorithms.
Q.123MCQSoftware
Shareware is often
A. the OS kernel
B. try-before-you-buy software
C. a mouse
D. a bit
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Correct option: B — try-before-you-buy software
Pay if you continue after the trial, as the licence says.
Q.134MCQSoftware
Utility software includes
A. disk cleanup and backup tools
B. the wooden table
C. the monitor stand
D. the UPS battery only
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Correct option: A — disk cleanup and backup tools
Helps maintain the system.
Q.144MCQSoftware
Custom software is written for
A. every home identically always
B. a particular organisation’s needs
C. only games
D. only BIOS
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Correct option: B — a particular organisation’s needs
School exam software can be custom.
Q.159MCQSoftware
Which is application software?
A. Linux kernel only
B. Tally or a school timetable app / MS PowerPoint
C. BIOS only
D. Device driver only
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Correct option: B — Tally or a school timetable app / MS PowerPoint
Made for user tasks.
Q.168MCQSoftware
A bug in software is
A. an insect in the cabinet only
B. an error in the program
C. a type of RAM
D. a WAN
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Correct option: B — an error in the program
Testing tries to find bugs.
Q.177ShortSoftware
Differentiate system software and application software.
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System software (OS, drivers, utilities) manages hardware and other programs. Application software (Word, browser, games) does user tasks. Applications need an OS. Example pair: Windows + MS Excel.
Q.178ShortSoftware
What is a compiler? How is an interpreter different?
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A compiler translates a whole high-level program into machine code before running. An interpreter translates and runs line by line. Compilers often catch many errors in one pass; interpreters are handy for learning and scripts.
Q.200ShortSoftware
What is a device driver?
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A driver is system software that lets the OS control a specific device, such as a model of printer or webcam. After connecting new hardware the lab may need the correct driver. Without it the device may be invisible or limited.
Q.211ShortSoftware
What is application software? Give five school examples.
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Programs for user jobs: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, a browser, a painting tool, Tux typing, a school ERP. They cannot boot the machine alone. Choose legal copies.
Q.220ShortSoftware
What is an algorithm? Write steps to find the largest of three numbers.
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An algorithm is a finite clear sequence of steps. Step 1: read A, B, C. Step 2: set Max = A. Step 3: if B > Max then Max = B. Step 4: if C > Max then Max = C. Step 5: print Max. Then a program can follow it.