MI – May 2021 – L1 – SA – Q17 – Information Systems

Identify the function that is NOT performed by system software.

Question

Which of the following is NOT a function performed by a system software?

A. Provision of utility services
B. Providing settings for application packages
C. Enabling the use of peripheral devices
D. Memory management
E. Providing a suitable environment for program development

Answer

Answer: B

Explanation:
The correct answer is B. System software does not directly provide settings for application packages. It manages system resources and allows hardware and software to interact, but the configuration of application packages is typically managed by the applications themselves or by users.

Tags: Memory Management, Peripheral Devices, System Software
Level: Level 1

Topic: Information Systems
Series: MAY 2021

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