A Small Program Called A(n) ____________________ Instructs the Operating System

question 38

Short Answer

A small program called a(n) ____________________ instructs the operating system on how to operate specific hardware.

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Definitions:

Present Value

The current worth of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specified rate of return, considering the time value of money.

Individual Retirement Account

A tax-advantaged investing tool that individuals use to earmark funds for retirement savings.

Rate of Return

The profit or deficit generated from an investment during a defined timeframe, represented as a percentage of the investment's initial value.

Insurance Settlement

An insurance settlement is the payment made by an insurance company to a claimant, policyholder, or a designated recipient as compensation for a covered loss or policy event.