Computer 9th Chap 1 : Topic 2.1 - Maryam Publications

Computer Chapter 1 : Topic 2.1

System Software Fundamentals

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Which statement best describes the main role of system software in a computer system and how it supports application software execution?

A) It permanently stores all user data without using secondary storage

B) It replaces the need for CPU and memory during processing

C) It directly creates user documents and spreadsheets without hardware support

D) It manages hardware resources and provides a platform for running application software

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Which of the following is the most accurate example of system software responsible for managing computer hardware resources?

A) Microsoft Word

B) Google Chrome browser

C) Adobe Photoshop

D) Windows Operating System

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What is the primary function of an operating system when managing multiple running programs in a computer system?

A) It converts application software into hardware circuits

B) It schedules processes and allocates CPU time efficiently among programs

C) It stores all programs permanently in cache memory

D) It deletes inactive programs automatically from memory

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Which system software component is responsible for translating high-level programming code into machine language for execution?

A) Spreadsheet software

B) Compiler

C) Web browser

D) Media player

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Why is device driver software important in a computer system architecture when connecting hardware devices?

A) It allows the operating system to communicate with hardware devices

B) It replaces the function of RAM in memory management

C) It directly performs arithmetic operations in CPU

D) It permanently stores user files on the hard disk

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Which of the following best explains the function of utility software in system software classification?

A) It performs user-specific tasks like writing documents

B) It maintains, optimizes, and protects computer system performance

C) It designs hardware circuits for processors

D) It replaces the operating system completely

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Which example best represents utility software in a real computer system environment?

A) Microsoft Excel

B) PowerPoint presentation software

C) Disk cleanup tool

D) Video editing application

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How does system software differ from application software in terms of system operation and usage?

A) Application software runs without system software support

B) System software manages hardware while application software helps users perform tasks

C) System software is used for entertainment while application software controls hardware

D) Both perform identical roles in different formats

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Which system software component is primarily responsible for managing file storage, retrieval, and organization in a computer system?

A) Application software interface

B) File management system within the operating system

C) Arithmetic Logic Unit

D) Cache memory controller

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Why is system software considered essential before any application software can run on a computer system architecture?

A) Because it provides essential services like hardware control and program execution environment

B) Because it permanently stores application data in secondary memory

C) Because it replaces the CPU during processing tasks

D) Because it directly creates application programs automatically

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