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The correct option is (3)

Explanation:-

Data processing function of a computer:

• Gathering data
• Processing data into information
• Storing the data or information.
• Classification or separation of data

Key Points

• Data processing is generally, "the collection and manipulation of items of data to produce meaningful information."
• The term Data Processing has also been used to refer to a department within an organization responsible for the operation of data processing applications.
  
   

The sequence of events in processing information, which includes

1. Input
2. Processing
3. Storage and
4. Output

 Additional Information

Data analysis:- Data analysis is the process of systematically applying statistical and/or logical techniques to describe and illustrate, condense and recap, and evaluate data.

A simple example of data analysis is whenever we take any decision in our day-to-day life is by thinking about what happened last time or what will happen by choosing that particular decision.

The correct answer is Worm.

Key Points

•  Worm 
  • A worm is a small piece of software that uses computer networks and security holes to replicate itself.
  • A copy of the worm scans the network for another machine that has a specific security hole.
  • Worm Uses computer networks and security holes to replicate itself.
  • Many worms are designed only to spread and do not attempt to change the systems they pass through.
  • The first-ever computer worm was devised to be anti-virus software.

Additional Information

•  Trojan horse
  • A Trojan horse is a type of malicious code or software that looks legitimate but takes control of your computer.
  • A Trojan is designed to damage, disrupt, steal, or in general, inflict some other harmful action on your data or network.
  • A Trojan acts as a bona fide application or file to trick you.
• Application
  • An application program is a computer program designed to carry out a specific task other than one relating to the operation of the computer itself, typically to be used by end-users.
  • Applications may be bundled with the computer and its system software or published separately and may be coded as proprietary, open-source, or projects.
• Operating System
  • An operating system is a software program required to manage and operate a computing device like smartphones, tablets, computers, supercomputers, web servers, cars, network towers, etc.
  • It is the operating system that eliminates the need to know coding language to interact with computing devices.

The correct answer is Operating system

Important Points

• The operating system is a complex set of programs widely dependent on each other for acting as an interface between the components and the user. It also has to manage the resources and provide the platform for the application software to run.

Key Points

• The system software is a type of computer program that is designed to run a computer’s hardware and application programs. If we think of the computer system as a layered model, the system software is the interface between the hardware and user applications. The operating system (OS) is the best-known example of system software. The OS manages all the other programs on a computer.
• Utility programs, commonly referred to as just "utilities," are software programs that add functionality to your computer or help your computer perform better. These include antivirus, backup, disk repair, file management, security, and networking programs. Utilities can also be applications such as screensavers, font and icon tools, and desktop enhancements. Some utility programs help keep your computer free from unwanted software such as viruses or spyware, while others add functionality that allows you to customize your desktop and user interface.
• A program written in a high-level language is called a source code. To convert the source code into machine code, translators are needed. A translator takes a program written in the source language as input and converts it into a program in the target language as output. It also detects and reports the error during translation.

The correct answer is Third

Key Points

• First Generation (Machine Language):
  • Instructions directly understood by the computer's CPU, consisting of binary digits (0s and 1s). Very difficult for humans to program in.
• Second Generation (Assembly Language):
  • ​A step above machine language, using symbolic codes that represent machine instructions. Still low-level and requires knowledge of the specific computer architecture.
• Third Generation (High-Level Languages):
  • ​More human-readable languages like C++, COBOL, and Java. They use keywords and syntax closer to natural languages, making programming more efficient and portable (usable on different computers).
  • A compiler or interpreter translates these languages into machine code for the computer to execute.
• Fourth Generation (Very High-Level Languages):
  • ​Even more abstract and user-friendly languages, often focused on specific domains like database management (SQL) or web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Fifth Generation (Natural Language Programming):
  • ​Aims to use natural language (like English) to write programs, but still under development.

The embedded systems are being used for electronics and electrical communications systems in cars, toys and many other gadgets these days.

The correct answer is James Gosling.

Key Points

• Java is a high-level object-oriented programming language.
• Java was developed by James Gosling.
• James Gosling is known as the father of Java.
• Java was formerly known as Oak.
• Since Oak was already a registered company the name later changed to Java.
• Java was originally developed at Sun Microsystems and released in 1995 as a core component of Sun Microsystems' Java platform.
• Java code can run on all platforms that support Java without the need for recompilation.
• Java is used to develop mobile apps, web apps, desktop apps, games etc.
• Java is a high level, robust and secure programming language.

Additional Information

• Paul Allen is the co-founder of Microsoft.
• Jaap Haartsen is best known for his role in producing the specification for Bluetooth.
• Charles Simonyi is best known for developing the first versions of Microsoft Office software suite.

The correct answer is Graphics software.

Key Points

• Application software
  • It is a program or a group of programs designed for the end-users.
  • It is a term that is used for software created for a specific purpose. 
  • In short, it is called an App.
• Graphics software
  • It is visual images or designs on some surface, such as a wall, canvas, screen, paper, or stone, to inform, illustrate, or entertain.
  • Graphic art software is a subclass of the application software used for graphic design, multimedia development, stylized image development, technical illustration, general image editing, or simply to access graphic files. Hence, Option 4 is correct.
  • Art software uses either raster or vector graphic reading and editing methods to create, edit, and view art.
  • Most art software includes common functions, creation tools, editing tools, filters, and automated rendering modes.
  • Many, however, are designed to enhance a specialized skill or technique.
  • Specialized software packages may be discontinued for various reasons such as lack of appreciation for the result, lack of expertise and training for the product, or simply not worth the time and money investment, but most likely due to obsolescence compared to newer methods or integration as a feature of newer more complete software packages.

Additional Information

Linux	open-source Unix-like operating system released for computers on September 17, 1991.
macOS	Graphical operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc. since 2001.
Unix	It is a family of multitasking, multiuser computer operating systems

The correct answer is All of the above.

• Language that can be used to create programs is known as programming language.
  • it is a primary interface of a programmer with a computer.
  • A programming language with strong abstraction from the details of the computer is called high-level programming language.
  • High-level programming language uses English words and familiar mathematical symbols.
  • Programs coded in a high-level programming language has to be converted into machine language before its execution.
• Examples of high-level programming language are:
  • COBOL.
  • PASCAL.
  • BASIC.
  • FORTRAN.
  • ALGOL.
  • PROLOG.
  • Java.
  • Python.
  • Visual Basic.
  • C.
  • C++.

The correct answer is Phishing

• Phishing is the fraudulent act of acquiring private and sensitive information, such as credit card numbers, personal identification and account usernames and passwords.
• It refers to online theft of identity in which an individual’s confidential information is obtained.
• This kind of activity is performed by falsely mimicking or masquerading a trustworthy entity in an attempt to scam the recipient to divulge private information regarding themselves.
• It is also known as carding or brand spoofing.

Additional Information

• Malware is a file or code that infects, investigates, steals or performs virtually any activity an attacker wishes, usually distributed over a network.
• A trojan is a type of software or malicious code that looks legitimate but can take control of your device. A Trojan is designed to destroy your data or network, disrupt, steal, or generally inflict some other harmful action.
• Hacking refers to operations such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and even entire networks that aim to hack digital devices.

The correct answer is .tmp.

Key Points

• Temporary files are files used by the system to store data while running programs or creating permanent files, such as Word documents or Excel spreadsheets.
  • .tmp is an extension of a temporary file.
  • It is created to hold information while a file's being created or modified.
  • The temporary file will be deleted after the program is closed.
  • The storage location of a temporary file varies depending on the program and operating system.
  • If the temporary file is needed again after it's deleted, it is recreated when the program is opened again.

Additional Information

• .txt is an extension of a text file.
• .tnt file extension is associated with the online 3D designing tool for Microsoft Windows operating system called TurnTool, developed by Turntool ApS.
• .tar file extension is a file in the Consolidated Unix Archive format.

The correct answer is Access.

• In DASD, the full form of ‘A’ is Access.

Key Points

• Direct access storage device is a general term for magnetic disk storage devices.
• It has been used in the mainframe and minicomputer environments and is sometimes used to refer to hard disk drives for personal computers. 
• A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is also a type of DASD.
• The term "direct access" means all data can be accessed directly in the same amount of time rather than having to progress sequentially through the data.

The correct answer is Norton.

• Norton Antivirus is an anti-virus or anti-malware software product developed and distributed by Norton LifeLock since 1991 as part of its Norton family of computer security products.

Important Points

Name	Details
XML	It stands for an extensible markup language. A markup language is a set of codes that describes the text in a digital document.
Microsoft	Microsoft is an American multinational technology corporation that produces computer software, personal computers.
Norton	Norton is an antivirus software
Google	Google is an American multinational technology corporation that specializes in Internet-related services and products.

In computing, a device driver (commonly referred to simply as a driver) is a computer program that operates or controls a particular type of device that is attached to a computer. A driver provides a software interface to hardware devices, enabling operating systems and other computer programs to access hardware functions without needing to know precise details of the hardware being used.

The correct answer is the Control panel.

Key Points

• Control panel:
  • It is used to change system settings on a computer.
  • With the help of this, we can change the hardware and software properties of a computer.
  • It is an important part of a computer.
  • It is used to control all systems.

Additional Information

• Linker:
  • It is used to create connections between all functions of a program to continue program execution.
  • It is a part of the operating system.
  • It is a utility software.
• Debugger:
  • To do debugging tools are used which are called Debugger.
  • It is a part of the debugging tool.
  • With its help, we can correct errors in computer programs.
• Compiler:
  • It is used to convert high-level languages into low-level languages on a computer.
  • It translates the whole program at a time on the computer.

Systems software are programs that manage the resources of the computer system and simplify applications programming.

 Key PointsSystems software includes software such as the operating system, database management systems, networking software, translators, and software utilities.

Systems software can be categorized under the following:

• Operating system: Harnesses communication between hardware, system programs, and other applications.
• Device driver: Enables device communication with the OS and other programs.
• Firmware: Enables device control and identification.
  • Firmware is the operational software embedded within a flash, ROM, or EPROM memory chip for the OS to identify it.
  • It directly manages and controls all activities of any single hardware.
• Translator: Translates high-level languages to low-level machine codes.
  • A compiler is a computer program that translates computer code written in one programming language into another language.
  • The name "compiler" is primarily used for programs that translate source code from a high-level programming language to a lower-level language to create an executable
• software utility: Ensures optimum functionality of devices and applications.

Additional Information

• Word processor is a computer program used to write and revise documents, compose the layout of the text, and preview on a computer monitor how the printed copy will appear. For example, google docs, Microsoft word.

Hence word processor is not system software.