Exam 3: Software

____ searches are simply a collection of words relevant to a search.

Utility software includes diagnostics that track down and fix disk errors.

____ is typically sold in computer stores or at Web sites.

Adobe Reader works with files stored in standard ____ format.

____ is typically copyrighted software that is marketed under a try-before-you buy policy.

At the ACME Widget Company, the computers have started behaving weirdly. Chris noticed that his directory had some files that he didn’t remember putting on his computer. Lesley noticed her computer was beginning to run very slowly, and Kim realized she was getting replies to emails she had not sent. The owner of the ACME Widget Company has contacted you to see if their company might have a computer security problem. -ACME Widget Company is concerned it may have a ____,which is a self-replicating program designed to carry out some unauthorized activity on a victim's computer.

The Windows ____ is a database that keeps track of your computer's peripheral devices,software,preferences,and settings.

-Most Web apps,like the one shown in the accompanying figure,require installation on your local computer or handheld device.

Font size is measured as ____________________.

A security package integrates several security modules to protect against malware._________________________

MATCHING Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition. -Provides a set of electronic pens,brushes,and paints for painting images on the screen

Spreadsheet software provides built-in formulas.

-In the accompanying figure,the item marked C is a(n)____.

When installing a PC application,most ____ for new software are placed in the folder you specify.

If you want tools that allow you to record,edit,and mix digital audio,you can turn to ____________________ software.

Utilitysoftware refers to a type of application software that has the potential to help people get work done._________________________

A(n) compressedfile is designed to be started by users or automatically launched by the operating system._________________________

Even after the media containing portable software is removed from a computer,some traces of the software are left there.

____ is typically available as a trial version.

Support program files for PC applications often have a(n)____ extension.