Chapter 2: Types of Software
Brain Developer
A. Fill in the blanks.
1. System, Application
2. Operating System
3. Input, Output
4. Utility
5. Fragmentation
B. Write T for True and F for False.
1. F
2. F
3. F
4. T
5. T
C. Select the correct option.
1. c. System
2. b. Backup
3. a. Spreadsheet
4. a. Specific Purpose
5. b. Defragmentation
D. Competency-based questions.
1. Compression
2. Desktop Publishing Software
E. Answer the following questions.
1. A software is a collection of programs that is stored and run on the computer hardware and
help the users to work on the computer.
2. Defragmentation of a disk means rearranging and consolidating data into one contiguous
area of the disk.
3. Data loss is very common and has caused serious problems for many organisations and
individuals. Hence, it is essential to have a regular data backup from time-to-time.
4. An operating system is a system software. It acts as a link between the user and hardware,
and enables them to work together. It controls the overall activities of a computer.
5. Utility software perform specific tasks, usually related to managing a computer, its devices,
or programs. Disk Management and Backup are some examples of utility software.
6. Language processors are used to convert high-level language programs into low-level
language programs. There are three types of language processors: assembler, interpreter
and compiler.
7. System software is a type of program installed to control the operations of a computer
system and run the application programs. Whereas, application software is installed as per
the requirements of the user.
