Practice - The Software Hierarchy
Practice Questions
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What is hardware in a computer system?
💡 Hint: Think about the tangible parts of a computer.
Define firmware in simple terms.
💡 Hint: It's essential for the initial operation of hardware.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the role of firmware?
💡 Hint: Think of what runs at the very basic level of a device.
True or False: Application Software runs in kernel mode.
💡 Hint: Recall the different modes of operation in software.
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Challenge Problems
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Describe the interaction between APIs and the OS kernel. How does this relationship impact application development?
💡 Hint: Think about the abstraction provided by APIs.
Consider the potential risks of allowing user applications to operate in kernel mode. Discuss the implications for system security.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the importance of system security.
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