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Software MCQ

The document contains a series of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) focused on basic software concepts, including system software, operating systems, and application software. Key topics include the definitions and functions of various software types, such as word processing, graphics, and database management software. It also distinguishes between system and application software, as well as the characteristics of open-source software.

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Software MCQ

The document contains a series of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) focused on basic software concepts, including system software, operating systems, and application software. Key topics include the definitions and functions of various software types, such as word processing, graphics, and database management software. It also distinguishes between system and application software, as well as the characteristics of open-source software.

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Basic Software MCQs

1. Which of the following is an example of system software?


a) Microsoft Word
b) Windows 10
c) Adobe Photoshop
d) Google Chrome

2. What is the main function of an operating system?


a) To manage hardware and software resources
b) To edit documents
c) To browse the internet
d) To create spreadsheets

3. Which type of software is used to create, modify, and format text documents?
a) Database software
b) Spreadsheet software
c) Word processing software
d) Graphics software

4. What does the term "open-source software" mean?


a) Software that is free to use but cannot be modified
b) Software that is only available for a limited time
c) Software whose source code is available for modification
d) Software that runs only on a specific operating system
5. Which of the following is NOT an example of application software?
a) Google Chrome
b) Linux
c) Adobe Photoshop
d) Microsoft Excel

6. Which of the following is NOT a type of system software?


a) Operating System
b) Device Drivers
c) Word Processor
d) Utility Programs

7. Which type of system software helps the operating system communicate with hardware
devices?
a) Utility software
b) Device drivers
c) Word processors
d) Database management systems

8. Which of the following is an example of application software?


a) Microsoft Windows
b) Disk Cleanup Tool
c) Google Docs
d) BIOS

9. Which system software is responsible for managing memory, processes, and hardware
components?
a) Web browser
b) Operating system
c) Word processor
d) Spreadsheet software

10. Which of the following is NOT a function of system software?


a) Managing hardware resources
b) Providing a user interface
c) Running application software
d) Designing presentations

11. Which type of application software is used to create and edit images?
a) Database management software
b) Graphics software
c) Spreadsheet software
d) Antivirus software

12. What type of system software allows multiple applications to run simultaneously on a
computer?
a) Compiler
b) Operating System
c) Device Driver
d) Web Browser
13. Which of the following is an example of database management software?
a) Microsoft Word
b) Adobe Photoshop
c) MySQL
d) VLC Media Player

14. What type of application software is used for email communication?


a) Antivirus Software
b) Web Browser
c) Email Client (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Gmail)
d) Operating System

15. Which type of application software is used to create slideshows for presentations?
a) Spreadsheet Software
b) Presentation Software
c) Database Management Software
d) Antivirus Software

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