Unwanted or Unneeded Software Included by Manufacturers on New Computers

question 15

Multiple Choice

Unwanted or unneeded software included by manufacturers on new computers is called ________.

• A) adware
• B) bloatware
• C) malware
• D) shareware

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

Depreciation expense represents the systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear, obsolescence, or other reductions in value.

Uncollectible Accounts

Debts owed to a company that are deemed to be irrecoverable due to various reasons such as bankruptcy of the debtor.

Retained Earnings

The cumulative net income that has been retained by a company for reinvestment in its operations or to pay debt, not distributed to stockholders as dividends.

Depreciation Expense

The allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its expected useful life to account for the loss of value over time.