Advanced System Software and Integrated Computer Systems

A set of practice flashcards covering the concepts of systems, integrated systems, system architecture, and advanced system software types and features.

What is the definition of a system according to the notes?

A collection of related components that work together to achieve a specific purpose or function.

What components are typically included in a computing system?

Hardware, software, data, users, and communication components that interact to process information and produce useful output.

What are the components of a transportation system as described in the lecture?

Buses, trains, roads, stations, schedules, and passengers working together to move people.

What are the $4$ main functions of a basic IT system?

$1$. Input, $2$. Processing, $3$. Storage, and $4$. Output.

What is an integrated system?

A combination of hardware, software, data, and communication components that work together as one to support organizational operations and decision making.

In an integrated system, what is the role of communication components?

They allow different devices and systems to connect and exchange information.

How do integrated systems differ from ordinary systems?

Integrated systems connect different components and subsystems to communicate and share data automatically, whereas ordinary systems may require manual data entry between separate components.

Which components work together when a customer withdraws money from an ATM?

ATM Machine, banking software, bank database, financial network, cash dispenser, and automatic transaction record updates.

What services are integrated in a University Information System?

Student registration system, LMS, timetable system, exam and result system, finance system, and student attendance system.

What are the four main reasons integrated systems are significant?

They increase efficiency, improve reliability, enable innovation, and support scalability.

What is system architecture?

A blueprint that describes the main components of a system, how they are organized, and how they interact to perform specific tasks.

What are the components of system architecture?

Hardware, system software, application software, and communication components.

What is the primary role of application software?

It is designed to help users perform specific tasks and runs on top of system software using hardware resources through the operating system.

Define advanced system software.

Specialized software that manages, controls, and supports the operation of computer hardware and system resources, working between the hardware and application software.

What are the primary roles of advanced system software?

Managing hardware resources, providing a platform for applications, managing memory and processing, controlling I/O devices, supporting security, and improving system performance.

Identify five types of operating systems mentioned in the transcript.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS.

What is the function of a device driver?

It acts as a translator between the operating system and a hardware device to allow communication.

What are three examples of utility software?

Antivirus software, backup software, and disk cleanup tools.

What is firmware and what are two examples provided?

Software stored inside hardware devices that controls basic operations; examples include BIOS and UEFI.

What is a hypervisor?

Software that allows multiple operating systems to run on one physical machine by creating virtual machines.

What are some examples of hypervisor software?

VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Oracle VirtualBox.

In the context of integrated systems, what is scalability?

The ability of a system to grow and handle increased demand, such as more users or data, without needing to be completely redesigned.

What feature allows systems to be accessed via remote access and data synchronization?

Cloud and mobile support.

What does connectivity refer to in an integrated system?

The ability of different devices, systems, and applications to connect and communicate with each other, allowing data movement.