Hardware Tech Midterm Review

Which of the following statements is something the operating system of a computer is responsible for doing?

• 1. Managing memory allocation for all applications.

• Providing a way for the user to create text documents.

• Allowing the user to access the internet.

• Allowing the user to write programs.

Which of the following items is an example of a user application?

I. Browser
II. Text editor
III. Games
IV. File Explorer

• II, III

• I, II

• I, II, IV

• I, II, III, IV

Which of the following is a task that the operating system is NOT responsible for?

• 1. Manages hardware such as a mouse.

• Keeps track of files and folders.

• Supplies power to peripherals such as a printer.

• Secures the computer with user accounts and passwords.

Which of the following is most commonly considered a mobile OS?

• Apple Macintosh

• Android

• Microsoft Windows

• Linux

Which type of operating system is permanently programmed into a hardware device?

• 1. Embedded OS

• Firmware

• 1. Mobile OS

• Hypervisor

Which is the most popular mobile OS out of the choices below?

• Chrome OS

• Blackberry

• Windows Phone

• Android

What is a server OS used for?

• Handling requests and supplying responses.

• Running multiple operating systems on a computer system.

• Performing one task, such as in an STM machine.

• Running a permanent system, like the timing controls in a washing machine.

Which OS is currently the most popular for desktops and laptops?

• 1. Microsoft Windows

• Apple Macintosh

• Linux

• Penguin

What does GUI stand for?

• Gallery Used Ideas

• Gradual User Images

• Graphical User Interface

• Graphic Unity Icons

Which is a disadvantage of Mac operating systems?

• Poor security features.

• Not much memory.

• Too many different active versions.

• Computers that run Mac OS can be expensive.