Hardware & Software (AQA GCSE Computer Science): Exam Questions

Exam code: 8525

16 mins5 questions
1
1 mark

Define the term hardware.

2a
1 mark

Define the term software.

2b
1 mark

Define the term system software.

2c
1 mark

Define the term application software.

3
4 marks

State four functions of an operating system.

1
2 marks

Give two examples of application software. You must not use brand names in your answer.

1
6 marks

Layla uses her computer to create educational games

Layla makes use of system software.

One type of system software is the operating system.

Identify and describe two functions of an operating system.