Operating Systems Vocab

Which of the following best describes an operating system (OS)?

• A software that primarily focuses on graphic design and media editing.

• The primary software that runs applications and manages all the hardware, memory, and other software on a computer.

• A program designed solely for word processing and document creation.

• A database system used for storing and retrieving vast amounts of information.

Which of the following best defines "software"?

• Physical components of a computer system like the CPU and RAM.

• A manual that guides users on how to operate a computer.

• A set of computer instructions that tells the computer how to work.

• An online platform where users can share and discuss ideas.

Which of the following best describes a "workstation OS"?

• An operating system primarily designed for servers and data centers.

• An OS that requires a constant internet connection to function properly.

• Most commonly used on a desktop or laptop computer and can perform many tasks without an internet connection.

• A mobile operating system specifically designed for smartphones and tablets.

Which of the following best describes a "mobile OS"?

• An operating system used for supercomputers and large-scale simulations.

• A software platform primarily designed for desktop and laptop computers.

• A set of protocols and tools for building software and applications.

• An operating system used on mobile devices, such as a mobile phone or tablet.

Which of the following best describes a "server OS"?

• An operating system tailored for graphic design and multimedia tasks.

• Used on specialized computers that take in requests and send back a response (mail server, web server, etc).

• An OS primarily installed on smartphones and tablets.

• Software that only facilitates the creation of spreadsheets and data tables.

Which of the following best describes an "embedded OS"?

• An operating system that requires frequent updates and is primarily used for gaming.

• Will only perform one type of task and are used in machines such as an ATM or a GPS system.

• An OS designed exclusively for smartphones and wearable devices.

• A versatile operating system used on most desktop and laptop computers.

Which of the following best describes "firmware"?

• A high-level application software used for graphic designing and video editing.

• A set of codes that forms the basis of online websites and platforms.

• An operating system that is permanently etched into a hardware device such as a keyboard or a video card.

• A temporary software patch applied to fix minor glitches and issues.

Which of the following best describes a "hypervisor"?

• Software that primarily protects computer systems from viruses and malware.

• Operating systems that are most commonly used to run multiple operating systems on a computer system at the same time.

• A tool that assists in the development and coding of new software applications.

• A system used for managing and storing large datasets in an organized manner.