ITF Chapter 4 Review

Which operating system function has a steeper learning curve and can potentially break the system without careful use of its operations?

• Graphical user interface (GUI)
• Command line interface (CLI)
• Service management
• Application management

Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?

• Windows
• Linux
• Microsoft
• Android

In most operating systems, what is a running application called?

• Service
• Task
• Module
• Process

You are using a program that can run multiple operating systems and manage hardware and storage. What are you most likely using?

• Solid State Drive
• An embedded OS
• Network Attached Storage (NAS)
• Hypervisor Type 1

A user was working on a spreadsheet when the application became unresponsive. After waiting several minutes, the application is still unresponsive. Which of the following is the BEST action for the user to take?

• Reinstall the application
• Continue to wait
• Repair the application
• Use Task Manager to end task

Which of the following describes the firmware in gaming consoles, TVs, and smart cars?

• Device management
• GUI
• Embedded OS
• Access control

On Windows, which application lets you add accounts, change passwords, manage power consumption, and personalize your computer environment?

• Finder
• Start Menu
• Settings
• Control Center

Every Windows system has a database that stores setting changes such as switching the home page of your web browser. What is this called?

• Operating system
• Windows registry
• Embedded OS
• Computer system

Disk cleaners, antivirus software, backup tools, and file compressors are which kind of system software?

• Utility Software
• Firmware
• Operating System
• Device drivers

Which category of system software provides a platform for application software to run on?

• Utility Software
• Firmware
• Operating System
• Device drivers