Chapter 2 Software Concepts Solutions
Question - 21 : - Define following with examples :
- Word processing packages
- Spreadsheet packages
- DBMS packages.
What are the functions of a file system ?
Answer - 21 : -
1. Word processing packages : It is a software package that processes textual matter created to a right to redistribute copies. It is also known as “Try Before You Buy.” For example : wondershare, Kaspersky antivirus etc.
organize an error free document. Some popular word processing packages are Wordstar, MS- WORD, Word Perfect, Softword etc.
2. Spreadsheets packages : It is a software package that accepts data in a tabular form i.e., in rows and columns and allows the user to manipulate, calculate, edit and analyze the data in the required manner. Some popular spreadsheet packages are, LOTUS 1-2-3, MS-Excel and Quattro Pro.
3. Data base management software (DBMS)
packages : A DBMS package is a software package which manages the different database with home bulk information in the form of data. It can manage, add, delete and modify the database. Examples : FoxPro, FOXBase, SYBase, Dbase IV & MS-Access etc.
Question - 22 : - Expand the term ROM-BIOS.
Answer - 22 : -
ROM-BIOS stands for Read Only Memory-Basic Input Output System.
Question - 23 : - What are executable files ?
Answer - 23 : -
Executable files are those files that can directly be executed by the command processor. The files with extension, exe or com are known as executable files.
Question - 24 : - Expand GUI.
Answer - 24 : -
GUI stands for Graphical User Interface.
Question - 25 : - What is MS-DOS ?
Answer - 25 : -
MS-DOS stands for Microsoft Disk Operating System. It is a Command User Interface (CUI), single user multi-tasking operating system.
Question - 26 : - What happens to the files when they are deleted ?
Answer - 26 : -
When files are deleted, they move to Recycle Bin.
Question - 27 : - Define Operating system. Give the names of any three operating systems.
Answer - 27 : -
Operating System is defined as a collection of programs that coordinates the operations of computer hardware and software. It acts as a bridge or interface between man and machine. Operating system is a system software which is mandatory for all computer systems to operate. It is a general purpose software. Some commonly used operating systems are Windows, BOSS etc.
Question - 28 : - Explain I/O System Management
Answer - 28 : -
I/O system hides the peculiarities of specific hardware devices from the user. Only the device driver knows the peculiarities of the specific device to which it is assigned.
Question - 29 : - Why the different versions of DOS are required ?
Answer - 29 : -
With the invention of new hardware devices, an up gradation is required in the system software i.e., operating system. It develops a need of upgraded versions of DOS.
Question - 30 : - Name some of the icons available on windows.
Answer - 30 : -
Some of the icons available on windows are:
- Application icons
- Shortcut icons
- Documents icons
- Disk-Drive icons.