INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SYSTEM SOFTWARE
WORKSHEET

1. Explain the purpose of system software.

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2. Name one computer operating system and one mobile operating system.

3. State the name of the term that matches the following descriptions
a. The process of starting a computer
b. A method used to split a program into manageable blocks

4. State the most suitable type of processing mode for each of the following examples
a. Printing 400 cheques for employees’ wages
b. A printer is plugged in and turned on

5. State the most suitable term for each of the following descriptions:
a. Transferring data from another program to the one you are using
b. The process of reducing the size of file and/or combining files for storage or
transmission.

6. Suggest the most suitable compressed format for each of the following files:
a. A picture of a family
b. A video of a birthday party
c. A recording of a song by a school choir.