Parts of System Software

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What are the three main functions of an operating system?

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1. Provide a user interface 2. Load and run programs 3. Manage the computer's resources

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What is a Command Line Interface (CLI)?

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A CLI is an interface where commands are entered at a prompt using a keyboard, without the use of a mouse, and does not use windows, icons, menus, or pointers.

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What does a Graphical User Interface (GUI) provide?

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A GUI provides a user interface with Windows, Icons, Mouse Control, and pull-down menus (WIMP).

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What is the role of the operating system in resource management?

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The operating system manages the computer's resources such as CPU, RAM, monitor, storage devices, keyboard, mouse, and printer.

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What is the purpose of device drivers in an operating system?

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Device drivers link hardware devices to the software, allowing the computer to perform tasks when applications send instructions to the hardware.

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What is the difference between source code and executable code?

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Source code is the original code written by the programmer, while executable code is the compiled version that can be run by the computer.

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What is the function of the Control Panel in an operating system?

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The Control Panel allows users to manage and control the operating system and utilities.

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What is defragmentation in the context of system utilities?

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Defragmentation rearranges fragmented data on a mechanical hard disk to improve efficiency.

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What is the Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?

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An IDE is a programming tool that consists of a source code editor and a compiler or interpreter, used for developing applications.

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What is the significance of memory management in an operating system?

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Memory management ensures that each program has enough memory allocated and that no two programs use the same memory space.