Operating Systems and Compilers Quiz

What is an operating system?

• A software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs.

• A type of computer virus.

• A device used to control the computer mouse.

• A programming language used to write computer programs.

What are the main functions of an operating system?

• Create and edit documents, browse the internet, and play multimedia files.

• Perform data analysis, control hardware components, and optimize software performance.

• Ensure network security, manage software licenses, and monitor system performance.

• Manage computer resources, provide a user interface, facilitate communication, and coordinate tasks.

What is a compiler?

• A compiler is a software program that translates source code into machine code.

• A compiler is a hardware device that translates source code into machine code.

• A compiler is a software program that translates machine code into source code.

• A compiler is a software program that translates source code into assembly language.

What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

• A compiler translates the source code into assembly language, while an interpreter translates the source code into machine code.

• A compiler translates and executes the source code line by line, while an interpreter translates the entire source code into machine code before execution.

• A compiler translates the source code into machine code, while an interpreter translates the source code into assembly language.

• A compiler translates the entire source code into machine code before execution, while an interpreter translates and executes the source code line by line.

What is an interpreter?

• A computer program that translates instructions written in a programming language into machine code.

• A computer program that directly executes instructions written in a programming language without the need for a separate compilation step.

• A computer program that optimizes the performance of a programming language.

• A computer program that checks for syntax errors in a programming language.

What is an assembler?

• A program that converts machine code into high-level language code.

• A program that converts high-level language code into machine code.

• A program that converts assembly language code into machine code.

• A program that converts machine code into assembly language code.

What is the role of an assembler in the software development process?

• The role of an assembler is to debug software programs.

• The role of an assembler is to design user interfaces for software applications.

• The role of an assembler is to convert assembly language code into machine code.

• The role of an assembler is to convert high-level programming languages into machine code.

What are the advantages of using an operating system?

• Operating systems are difficult to use and understand.

• The advantages of using an operating system include managing computer hardware and software resources, providing a user-friendly interface, enabling multitasking and multi-user capabilities, ensuring system security and stability, and facilitating software development and compatibility.

• Using an operating system slows down computer performance.

• Operating systems have no advantages.

What are the disadvantages of using an operating system?

• Higher risk of malware or virus attacks, frequent software updates and patches, learning curve for new users

• Potential security vulnerabilities, system crashes or instability, dependency on hardware and software compatibility, and the need for regular updates and maintenance.

• Limited customization options, high resource usage, potential compatibility issues with certain software or hardware

• Possible system slowdowns or performance issues, lack of control over system updates and changes, potential privacy concerns

What are the different types of operating systems?

• Windows, macOS, Linux, Unix, Android, iOS, Windows Phone

• Windows, macOS, Linux, Unix, Android, iOS

• Windows, macOS, Linux, Unix, Android, iOS, Blackberry OS

• Windows, macOS, Linux, Unix, Android, iOS, Chrome OS