FOS Ch:2 Part II (QUIZ 6)

What is a system call in computing?

• A method for requesting a service from the application

• A method for requesting a service from the network

• A method for requesting a service from the hardware

• A method for requesting a service from the operating system

Which programming language is typically used to write system calls?

• JavaScript

• C

• Python

• Java

What is the purpose of an API in relation to system calls?

• To directly access system calls

• To handle network communication

• To provide a high-level interface to system calls

• To manage hardware resources

Which of the following is an example of a system call parameter passing method?

• All of the above

• Pushing parameters onto the stack

• Storing parameters in a block in memory

• Passing parameters in registers

What type of services does the system call interface provide?

• Process scheduling

• Hardware-related services

• All of the above

• Communication with kernel services

Which of the following is a function of system programs?

• File manipulation

• Status information

• Programming language support

• Program loading and execution

What is the purpose of background services in an operating system?

• To manage system startup and shutdown

• To directly access hardware resources

• To handle network communication

• To provide user interfaces

Which type of system call is used to control access to resources?

• Process control

• File management

• Protection

• Status information

What is the main purpose of communications system calls?

• To provide programming language support

• To create and delete communication connections

• To modify files

• To manage background services

What is the primary function of application programs in an operating system?

• To handle network communication

• To manage system resources

• To directly access hardware resources

• To provide user interfaces