Software

Question 1

What are the two main types of software?

Answer 1

System software (OS, security, file managers) and application software (used directly by users).

Question 2

What should you consider when choosing software?

Answer 2

Purpose of software, task requirements, complexity needed, and user experience.

Question 3

What is the difference between web-based and installed applications?

Answer 3

Web-based run online (cloud), no install needed, updated automatically; Installed run locally, may need updates.

Question 3

What are advantages + disadvantages of web-based applications?

Answer 3

Accessible anywhere, always up to date, saves storage, low hardware needs, often include online storage.

Require internet, slower performance if connection is poor, may lack features of desktop versions.

Question 4

What is software compatibility?

Answer 4

Ability of software to work with your OS, hardware, and older versions of the same software.

Question 5

Why check system requirements before installing software?

Answer 5

To ensure processor, memory, disk space, graphics, OS, and connectivity meet minimum or recommended specs.

Question 6

What are the main components of an office suite and their uses?

Answer 6

Word processor (documents), Spreadsheet (numbers/charts), Presentation (slides), Database (store/search/report data).

Question 7

Name 3 types of software that enhance accessibility, efficiency, and productivity.

Answer 7

Voice recognition software, Virtual Assistants, Note-taking software.

Question 8

How does voice recognition software work and who benefits most?

Answer 8

Converts speech to text/commands; helps disabled users, those typing slowly, or multitasking users.

Question 9

What is the purpose of virtual assistants?

Answer 9

Understand voice commands, respond intelligently, control devices in smart homes, and learn from user interactions.

Question 10

: What are note-taking and educational software used for?

Answer 10

Capture handwritten/text/audio/video notes; self-paced learning, immediate feedback, online collaboration.

Question 11

How do you fix common software problems like freezing or crashing?

Answer 11

Use Task Manager to close non-responsive programs, reboot, run software alone, uninstall recent programs, update software.

Question 12

Why do software updates matter?

Answer 12

Fix bugs, patch security holes, improve features, and ensure compatibility; version numbers track updates.

Question 13

What is user-centred design and why is it important?

Answer 13

Design interfaces to be attractive, easy to use, reduce input errors; includes layout, readability, fonts, colours, instructions, graphics.