IC3 - Digital Literacy Hardware and Software Concepts 4

Question 1

What does it mean when software is described as open source?

Accepted Answer

Its source code is publicly available to view and modify under its license

Answer

Open-source software makes its source code available so users can study, change, and share it under the license terms.

Question 2

Which is an example of Software as a Service (SaaS)?

Accepted Answer

A web-based email service accessed through a browser

Answer

SaaS applications are hosted by a provider and accessed over the internet, typically through a browser.

Question 3

What is a key advantage of a 64-bit operating system over a 32-bit one?

Accepted Answer

It can use more than 4 GB of RAM

Answer

32-bit systems are limited to about 4 GB of addressable memory, while 64-bit systems can use far more.

Question 4

Software that you can try for free for a limited time before paying is called what?

Accepted Answer

Shareware

Answer

Shareware is distributed free on a trial basis, with payment expected to keep using it or unlock features.

Question 5

A user downloads an application labeled 'for macOS only' but has a Windows PC. What is the most likely result?

Accepted Answer

It will not install or run because it is incompatible with the OS

Answer

Applications are built for specific operating systems and generally will not run on an incompatible one.

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