Ch. 7 System Software Basics

An operating system is designed to work with a specific type of computer.

• True

• False

In most computers, the operating system is stored on a compact disc.

• True

• False

Because they are used to control expensive, sometimes dangerous equipment, real-time operating systems require constant user interaction.

• True

• False

Microsoft Windows is an example of a single-user/multitasking operating system.

• True

• False

To start an operating system, you turn the computer on.

• True

• False

In a graphical user interface, pictures called desktops represent various resources on the computer

• True

• False

Microsoft Windows was the first operating system to have a graphical user interface.

• True

• False

Linux is actually a version of the UNIX operating system.

• True

• False

Utility software programs help you to maintain and repair your computer, and to manage files.

• True

• False

Folders can hold files but cannot be divided into subfolders

• True

• False