Software and Networks Flashcards

Question	Answer
What are 3 functions of operating software?	1. Manage Hardware 2. Create a user interface 3. Execute application software
What are 3 examples of application software?	1. Accounting software 2. Media players 3. Graphics software
What is the definition of application software?	A computer program designed to perform a group of coordinated tasks, functions or activities for the benefit of the user
What is the definition of operating software?	System software that manages computer hardware and provides common services for computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Windows)
What is the definition of utility software?	Software that is designed to analyze, configure, optimize or maintain a computer
What are 3 examples of utility software?	1. Anti-virus software 2. Backup software 3. Disk utility
What is the definition of software?	Program used for a computer to operate information and maintain stability
What is the function of a server?	To store, retrieve and send files and data to computers on a network
What is the function of a router?	A networking device that forwards data packets between networks
What is a data packet?	When data is transferred in networks it is broken up into packets which reform into the original data at the end destination
What is the definition of a network?	A set of computers connected together in order to share resources, files and data

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	Created by Jamie Howell about 6 years ago