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The document discusses various types of software, including system software, operating systems, and application software. It covers topics such as software piracy, open-source vs proprietary software, and intellectual property rights related to software. Additionally, it includes examples of different software categories and practical lab activities for hands-on learning.

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AS - WB - CB - V - CS - CH 1 - Types of Software

The document discusses various types of software, including system software, operating systems, and application software. It covers topics such as software piracy, open-source vs proprietary software, and intellectual property rights related to software. Additionally, it includes examples of different software categories and practical lab activities for hands-on learning.

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Types of Software

Q.1 Select the correct option.


a. Which of the following is an example of a system [U]
software used to communicate with computer
hardware, save files, and install new software?
i. Microsoft Office ii. Adobe Photoshop
iii. iv.
Windows Google Chrome

b. Which function of the operating system is used to [U]


allocate and deallocate hardware resources to various
programs?
i. File Management
ii. Device Management
iii.
Memory Management

iv.
Process Management

c. Which of the following programming languages uses an [Ap


interpreter for execution? ]
i. C ii. C++
iii. iv.
BASIC Python

d. Why do we need to compress files before sending them [Ap


as attachments with email? ]
i. Compressed files are more secure
ii. You can attach only compressed files to emails
iii. Compressed files take less time to attach
and transmit
iv. Compressed files are automatically
decompressed by email services

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e. Which of the following is an example of open-source [R]
software?
i. Microsoft Office
ii. Ubuntu
iii.
Windows Media Player

iv.
Adobe Photoshop

Q.2 Give two examples of the following. [R]


a. graphics designing applications

Ans. CorelDraw, GIMP, Adobe Photoshop

b. operating systems used for smartphones

Ans. Android, Symbian, iOS, Blackberry OS

c. backup utilities

Ans. BackupPC, Duplicati

d. antivirus utilities

Ans. Norton, BullGuard

e. file compression utilities

Ans. WinZip, WinRAR

Q.3 Answer the following questions.


a. What is the use of the antivirus utility? [U]
Ans.  Antivirus utilities scan files for malware and
remove them from the computer system.
 They include tools to recover lost files.
 They also protect the machine from software
or hardware failures.

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b. What is software piracy? List any two steps to prevent [U]
software piracy.
Ans.  It is the illegal copying, distribution or use of
legally protected software.
Steps to prevent software piracy:
 Always use licensed software.
 Use open-source software in case you cannot
purchase licensed software.
 Read the ‘Licence agreement’ provided as
part of the software installation. This
agreement informs the user of how they can
legally use the product. Any breach of this
can mean prosecution and a fine.

c. List any two differences between open-source software [An


and proprietary software. ]
Ans.  You can download and use an open source
software for free. It allows anyone to edit,
view, modify, and distribute its source code.
 A proprietary software is not freely available.
It does not allow you to view, edit or
redistribute its code.

d. Rajiv has developed a computer game that can be [U]


played online and offline on individual computers. He
has finalised the name ‘Tickle Right’ for this game. He
wants the software technology, code and other assets
protected from his competitors.
What type of Intellectual Property Rights will
i.
protect the name 'Tickle Right'?
Ans
Trademark
.

What type of Intellectual Property Rights will


ii. protect the graphical images and content of the
game?
Ans
Copyright
.

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iii. For how long can Rajiv enjoy protection under
software patents?
Ans
20 years
.

e. What is the difference between customised software [An


and general purpose application software? Provide one ]
example of each.
Ans.  Customised application software is developed
specially to perform specific tasks for an
individual or organisation. Example: Payroll
software of an organisation, inventory
management application for a store, etc.
 General purpose application software is
developed to perform common tasks.
Example: MS Word is a word processing
software used to type essays or letters and
create reports or notices. MS Excel is a
spreadsheet application used to store and
sort data and perform calculations efficiently
and effectively.

Lab Activity
Q.1 Perform the following tasks using appropriate
applications.
a. Select any one folder saved on your computer.
b. Compress all files in that folder into a single
compressed file.
c. Then, send this compressed file to your friend using
email. Help your friend to decompress the compressed
file once it is downloaded by providing him/her the
instructions for the same.

Q.2 Search for the Coggle mind mapping software using a


search engine. Find out what all you can use it for.
Then, learn to use it by creating a mind map for this
chapter.

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