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Question 31

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____ software is used by architects and engineers.

A) CAD
B) 3D graphics
C) Paint
D) Drawing

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Question 32

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____________________ gives computers the instructions and data necessary for carrying out tasks.

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____ software like that shown in the accompanying figure helps you track and allocate resources.

Which of the following steps comes last in the boot process?

Although photos can be edited using paint software like the kind shown in the accompanying figure, photo editing software typically provides tools that simplify common editing photo editing tasks.

____ software has restrictions on its use that are delineated by copyright, patents, or license agreements.

A(n) widget is a utility program that is placed on a computer's desktop.

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ sequencing software and software synthesizers are great for sound effects and for controlling keyboards and other digital instruments.

Utilities and device drivers are examples of ____ software.

To create a wire-frame model, you would use ____ software.

You can use ____ software to analyze large sets of data in order to discover relationships and patterns.

What is an operating system? Describe three ways you can use an operating system. List the three main operating systems for personal computers in use today

Desktop gadgets usually start when a computer boots .

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

If a ____ is not performing correctly, the operating system usually displays in on-screen warning about the problem so you can take corrective action.

Francis is learning about different types of programs that allow him to transfer music to and from his computer. Francis learns that ____ is a type of audio editing software.

A(n) ____________________ point is a snapshot of your computer settings, used if a hard drive causes system instability.

____ software is a type of system software that is designed to perform a specialized task.

Microsoft PowerPoint is an example of ____ software.

Most software uses a(n) GUI , which allows the user to give the computer commands using menus, buttons, icons, links, and more.