System & Application MCQs with Answers

When does application software typically run?

• A.Only when the operating system triggers it
• B.Continuously from system startup to shutdown
• C.Only when the user opens the application
• D.At scheduled intervals set by the system

MS Word and MS Excel are examples of which type of software?

• A.System software
• B.Applications software
• C.Utility software
• D.Firmware

Which software is commonly used for editing and recording digital audio files?

• A.Audacity
• B.GIMP
• C.Blender
• D.Inkscape

Which of the following statements about open-source software is true?

• A.It is always free of cost
• B.Its source code is available to the public
• C.It cannot be modified by users
• D.All of these

What are examples of system software?

• A.Operating systems and device drivers
• B.Word processors and spreadsheets
• C.Web browsers and email clients
• D.Database management systems and media players

What is another name for free software commonly used in the technology industry?

• A.Open-source software
• B.Proprietary software
• C.Shareware
• D.Firmware

Which type of application software is best suited for designing an invitation card?

• A.Word Processing Software
• B.Spreadsheet Software
• C.Desktop Publishing Software
• D.Presentation Software

Past Paper MCQ

What is the term for a set of instructions that operates various parts of the computer hardware?

• A.Hardware
• B.Firmware
• C.Software
• D.Middleware

Which part of the window in a software application displays the document name and its related information?

• A.Menu Bar
• B.Title Bar
• C.Status Bar
• D.Tool Bar

Which of the following is classified as system software?

• A.Compiler
• B.MS Word
• C.Google Chrome
• D.Adobe Photoshop