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The term OS is short for?

• Apple

• Operating Software

• Operating System

• Overload System

What operating system is this a symbol of?

• Mac OS X
• Linux
• Windows

What is the purpose of an operating system?

• Manage software on computer
• Manage hardware on computer
• Manage all hardware & software on computer

Which of these is not a function of an OS:

• Provide a user interface

• Communicate with hardware

• Allow the computer to multi-task

• Improves CPU performance

Which of the following is a function of the operating system?

• To compose and send email.

• To edit photographs and other high-resolution images.

• To control communication and manage files.

• All of these are operating system functions.

What language do operating systems use?

• The operators language e.g. English

• Binary Code

• Code

• XOXO

Which of the following software manages the files and folders on your computer's hard disk drive?

• Word processing software

• Anti-virus software

• Operating System

• Database software

Which of the followings is not a GUI operating system?

• DOS

• Windows

• iOS

• Linux

What do device drivers do?

• Allows the OS to communicate with hardware

• Drives around the motherboard

• Increases the amount of storage

A(n) ______________________ is the most important software that runs on a computer.

• Operating System
• Windows
• Anti Virus
• iOS