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What happens when you install a new application on your computer?

easy🧠 Conceptual Q1 of Q15
Intro to Computing - How Software Works
What happens when you install a new application on your computer?
AThe computer's hardware is upgraded
BThe computer automatically deletes all old files
CThe application files are copied and configured to run on the system
DThe internet connection speed increases
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand installation

    Installing software means copying program files and setting configurations.

  2. Step 2: Identify what installation does not do

    It does not delete files, upgrade hardware, or affect internet speed.

  3. Final Answer:

    The application files are copied and configured to run on the system -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Installation sets up software on the computer [OK]
Quick Trick: Installation copies and sets up software files [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking installation upgrades hardware
  • Assuming installation deletes old files
  • Believing installation affects internet speed

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