3.7.1 Outline the main function(s) of the following software utilities: data
compressors, virus software, file managers, defragmentation
software.
Teaching Note:
The required file manager functions are: copy, delete, format, find,
create folder/directory, archive, print, back-up, rename and restore.
The fact that files are not stored contiguously only needs to be dealt
with in outline, in order to understand why defragmentation software
is required. Technical details are not required.
Sample Question:
Explain a possible benefit of the use of defragmentation software. [2 marks]
JSR Notes:
Most of you are probably pretty familiar with the various utilities listed, but if not, a little Internet research would go a long way; try Wikepedia, Webopedia, HowStuffWorks, or Cent.
Everyone, though should not the teaching note about file manages, and refresh in your mind all that the Finder or Windows Explorer does for you on a day-to-day basis. And note the non-OS data compressors (Win-zip etc.) and virus software you use.