Level 1 - Software/OS Quiz

What is the primary role of an operating system in a computer system?

• A. To provide a user-friendly interface for interacting with the system
• B. To manage the computer's hardware resources and provide a platform for software applications to run on
• C. To provide utility programs for system maintenance

What is the function of the kernel in an operating system?

• A. To allow users to interact with the system via commands
• B. To manage the computer's resources, including memory, CPU, and I/O devices
• C. To manage the storage and organization of files and directories on the computer's storage devices

What are the two primary types of user interfaces in an operating system?

• A. Graphical user interface (GUI) and command-line interface (CLI)
• B. Kernel and device drivers
• C. File system and shell

What is the role of device drivers in an operating system?

• A. To provide a user-friendly interface for interacting with the system
• B. To allow the operating system to communicate with and control hardware devices
• C. To manage the computer's hardware resources

What is the purpose of utility programs in an operating system?

• A. To manage the computer's hardware resources
• B. To allow the operating system to communicate with and control hardware devices
• C. To provide useful tools and functionality to the operating system

What is the function of a shell in an operating system?

• A. To manage the storage and organization of files and directories on the computer's storage devices
• B. To allow users to interact with the operating system by typing commands into a text-based terminal
• C. To allow the operating system to communicate with and control hardware devices

What is virtualization in the context of computer systems?

• A. A technology that allows multiple operating systems and software applications to run on a single physical machine
• B. A technology that allows a single operating system to run on multiple physical machines
• C. A technology that allows multiple hardware devices to be controlled by a single operating system

If you're experiencing slow system performance and inefficient memory allocation, which component of the operating system is most likely at fault?

• A. Kernel
• B. User interface
• C. Device drivers
• D. Shell

In what instances would you need a device driver?

• A. When you want to install a new software application
• B. When you want to upgrade your operating system
• C. When you want your operating system to communicate with a new hardware device