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UTA INSY 2303 EXAM 3 | 2025-2026 LATEST UPDATED | ACTUAL
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS | 100% RATED CORRECT |
100% VERFIED SOLTIONS | ALREADY GRADED A+
system requirements - (ANSWER)The minimum hardware and operating system specifications
required for a software application to operate correctly.
software upgrade - (ANSWER)A version of a software product containing new features and
designed to replace the entire earlier version of the product.
executable file - (ANSWER)A file, usually with an .exe extension, containing instructions that
tell a computer how to perform a specific task.
software update - (ANSWER)A section of code or a program module designed to correct errors
or enhance security on an already installed software product.
public domain software - (ANSWER)Software that is available for public use without restriction
except that it cannot be copyrighted.
EULAs - (ANSWER)(end-user license agreements) A type of software license that appears on
the computer screen when software is being installed and prompts the user to accept or decline.
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commercial software - (ANSWER)Copyrighted computer applications sold to consumers for
profit.
proprietary software - (ANSWER)Software that carries restrictions on its use that are delineated
by copyright, patents, or license agreements.
software license - (ANSWER)A legal contract that defines the ways in which a user may use a
computer program.
hash value - (ANSWER)A number produced by a hash function to create a unique digital
'fingerprint' that can be used to allow or deny access to a software application.
product activation - (ANSWER)The process of becoming a registered user of a software product;
the process might include entering a validation code to unlock the software.
site license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for software to be used on any and all computers at a
specific location (for example, within a corporate building or on a university campus).
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freeware - (ANSWER)Copyrighted software that is given away by the author or copyright
owner.
single-user license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for one person to use a particular software
package.
demoware - (ANSWER)Software that is supplied for free, but is limited in some way until you
pay for it.
multiple-user license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for more than one person to use a particular
software package.
desktop operating system - (ANSWER)An operating system, such as Microsoft Windows or
macOS, specifically designed for use on personal computers.
pirated software - (ANSWER)Software that is copied, sold, or distributed without permission
from the copyright holder.
GPL - (ANSWER)(General Public License) A software license often used for freeware that
ensures software will be distributed freely whether in its original form or as a derivative work.
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BSD license - (ANSWER)(Berkeley Software Distribution license) An open source software
license patterned on a license originally used by the University of California.
open source software - (ANSWER)Software that includes its source code, allowing programmers
to modify and improve it.
server operating system - (ANSWER)A type of operating system, sometimes called a network
operating system, that provides management tools for distributed networks, email servers, and
Web hosting sites.
mobile operating systems - (ANSWER)Operating systems used by handheld devices, such as
smartphones or tablet computers.
buffers - (ANSWER)Memory that is temporarily used to store input or other data until the
processor is ready to use it.
kernel - (ANSWER)The core module of an operating system that typically manages memory,
processes, tasks, and storage devices.
UTA INSY 2303 EXAM 3 | 2025-2026 LATEST UPDATED | ACTUAL
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS | 100% RATED CORRECT |
100% VERFIED SOLTIONS | ALREADY GRADED A+
system requirements - (ANSWER)The minimum hardware and operating system specifications
required for a software application to operate correctly.
software upgrade - (ANSWER)A version of a software product containing new features and
designed to replace the entire earlier version of the product.
executable file - (ANSWER)A file, usually with an .exe extension, containing instructions that
tell a computer how to perform a specific task.
software update - (ANSWER)A section of code or a program module designed to correct errors
or enhance security on an already installed software product.
public domain software - (ANSWER)Software that is available for public use without restriction
except that it cannot be copyrighted.
EULAs - (ANSWER)(end-user license agreements) A type of software license that appears on
the computer screen when software is being installed and prompts the user to accept or decline.
,2|Page
commercial software - (ANSWER)Copyrighted computer applications sold to consumers for
profit.
proprietary software - (ANSWER)Software that carries restrictions on its use that are delineated
by copyright, patents, or license agreements.
software license - (ANSWER)A legal contract that defines the ways in which a user may use a
computer program.
hash value - (ANSWER)A number produced by a hash function to create a unique digital
'fingerprint' that can be used to allow or deny access to a software application.
product activation - (ANSWER)The process of becoming a registered user of a software product;
the process might include entering a validation code to unlock the software.
site license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for software to be used on any and all computers at a
specific location (for example, within a corporate building or on a university campus).
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freeware - (ANSWER)Copyrighted software that is given away by the author or copyright
owner.
single-user license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for one person to use a particular software
package.
demoware - (ANSWER)Software that is supplied for free, but is limited in some way until you
pay for it.
multiple-user license - (ANSWER)Legal permission for more than one person to use a particular
software package.
desktop operating system - (ANSWER)An operating system, such as Microsoft Windows or
macOS, specifically designed for use on personal computers.
pirated software - (ANSWER)Software that is copied, sold, or distributed without permission
from the copyright holder.
GPL - (ANSWER)(General Public License) A software license often used for freeware that
ensures software will be distributed freely whether in its original form or as a derivative work.
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BSD license - (ANSWER)(Berkeley Software Distribution license) An open source software
license patterned on a license originally used by the University of California.
open source software - (ANSWER)Software that includes its source code, allowing programmers
to modify and improve it.
server operating system - (ANSWER)A type of operating system, sometimes called a network
operating system, that provides management tools for distributed networks, email servers, and
Web hosting sites.
mobile operating systems - (ANSWER)Operating systems used by handheld devices, such as
smartphones or tablet computers.
buffers - (ANSWER)Memory that is temporarily used to store input or other data until the
processor is ready to use it.
kernel - (ANSWER)The core module of an operating system that typically manages memory,
processes, tasks, and storage devices.
