Utility Software (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards
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What is utility software?
What is utility software?
Programs designed for system management, maintenance & optimisation
Main role of utility software
Main role of utility software
Ensure smooth system operation via maintenance tasks
Purpose of disk defragmentation
Purpose of disk defragmentation
Reorganises fragmented data into contiguous blocks, speeds up access
Is disk defragmentation needed for SSDs?
Is disk defragmentation needed for SSDs?
No - unnecessary for SSDs, only beneficial for HDDs
Purpose of file management utility
Purpose of file management utility
Manages organisation, storage & retrieval of files
Purpose of device driver
Purpose of device driver
Interface between OS & hardware, enabling device communication
Purpose of system cleanup utility
Purpose of system cleanup utility
Removes unnecessary files, frees disk space
Purpose of security software
Purpose of security software
Protects from viruses, malware & unauthorised access
Purpose of backup software
Purpose of backup software
Creates copies of data to prevent loss & enable recovery
Issue with outdated device drivers
Issue with outdated device drivers
Can cause hardware performance or compatibility issues
Why security software needs regular updates
Why security software needs regular updates
To recognise new malware via updated databases
Best storage type for disk defragmentation
Best storage type for disk defragmentation
HDDs (hard disk drives)