Which component of the operating system is responsible for managing input and output devices?
- Shell
- Device drivers
- Kernel
- File system
Which of the following is classed as "utility software"?
- Database
- Email client
- Backup
- Web browser
What is the role of the shell in an operating system?
- Managing memory
- Providing a user interface
- Allocating CPU resources
- Managing network connections
Which is an advantage of a GUI?
- Simple to learn
- Uses fewer system resources
- Faster streaming from the web
- Improved user authentication
Which of the following is not a common file management task?
- Renaming files
- Creating folders
- Deleting files
- Authenticating users
Which compression format is commonly used for reducing the size of videos?
What is the primary purpose of database software, such as Microsoft Access?
- Creating and editing text documents
- Managing and organising structured data
- Designing websites
- Creating and editing digital images
What is a key characteristic of a Graphical User Interface?
- Reliance on text-based commands
- Use of visual elements such as icons and windows
- Interaction through voice commands
- Absence of menus and buttons
Which of the following is "application" software?
- Encryption
- Firewall
- Web browser
- Defragmentation
Which encryption method involves using a single key for both the encryption and decryption processes?
- Symmetric encryption
- Asymmetric encryption
- Public-key encryption
- Private-key encryption
