What is the primary purpose of an operating system's file system?

To organize and manage files on storage devices

To manage the computer's hardware resources

What does 'multitasking' mean in the context of operating systems?

The ability to execute multiple processes at the same time

Performing multiple tasks in a sequential order

Dividing the screen into multiple sections to work on different applications

Running multiple instances of the same application

What is the main function of the device manager in an operating system?

To manage the devices connected to the computer

To manage the computer's screen brightness

To manage the user's files and folders

To manage the computer's internet connection

Which of the following is a characteristic of real-time operating systems (RTOS)?

They guarantee a certain capability within a specified time constraint.

They prioritize user interface responsiveness.

They are primarily used for gaming.

They are focused on managing multimedia content.

What does the term 'booting' refer to in the context of operating systems?

The process of starting or restarting a computer

Removing malware from the system

Upgrading the operating system to a new version

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

Allocating system resources to various tasks

Managing the computer's security

Which of the following best describes a 'daemon' in the context of operating systems?

A background process that handles system requests

A malicious program designed to harm the system

What is the main purpose of virtual memory in an operating system?

To provide an illusion of having more RAM than is physically available, so more than one operating system can be installed

To increase the physical memory available on the computer

To manage the computer's screen resolution

To enhance the computer's graphics processing capabilities

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'process isolation' in operating systems?

Ensuring that each process has its own separate set of resources

Running each process in a separate virtual machine

Isolating user processes from kernel processes

Preventing processes from communicating with each other

What role does the 'swap space' play in an operating system?

It is used to temporarily store data that is not currently being used by the CPU

It is a space where the operating system stores user passwords

It is used for storing temporary files while installing new software

It is the space on the hard drive where the operating system is installed

How does a 'kernel mode' differ from a 'user mode' in operating systems?

Kernel mode allows executing all CPU instructions and accessing all memory, while user mode restricts access.

Kernel mode is only for installing new software, while user mode is for regular operations.

Kernel mode is used for graphical tasks, while user mode handles background services.

There is no difference; both terms describe the same mode of operation.

What is the purpose of a 'system call' in operating systems?

To provide a programming interface where programs can request services from the operating system

To increase the speed of the CPU

To call the system administrator for technical support

To initiate a system shutdown or restart

Which of the following best describes 'virtualization' in the context of operating systems?

Creating a virtual computer that can run its own operating system within another OS

Converting physical storage into virtual storage

Improving the virtual memory management

Simulating the network environment for testing

What is the primary function of the Task Manager in an operating system?

To manage and monitor applications and processes running on the computer

To manage the user's email accounts

To organize and display the computer's file system in a hierarchical structure

To configure the computer's network settings

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a 'page file' or 'swap file' in an operating system?

To use disk space as virtual memory when the physical RAM is full

To increase the storage capacity of the hard drive

To store user preferences and settings

To act as a buffer for the clipboard functionality

What is the significance of 'user permissions' in an operating system?

To control the level of access a user has to files and system settings

To determine the physical components a user can access

To manage the user's internet access

To track the user's activity on social media

What is the main advantage of a multi-user operating system?

It allows multiple users to share the same computer resources simultaneously.

It increases the processing power of the computer.

It enhances the graphical user interface for better user experience.

It provides stronger security against malware.

Which of the following best describes the function of a 'shell' in an operating system?

A user interface that allows users to interact with the operating system through commands.

A hardware component that protects the computer's internal parts.

A type of software that prevents viruses.

A storage space used for keeping backup files.

What does 'multitasking' refer to in the context of operating systems?

The capability of the operating system to execute more than one task at the same time.

The ability to run multiple applications on different operating systems simultaneously.

The process of upgrading the operating system to support more tasks.

The function of dividing the screen into multiple sections to manage tasks.

What is the purpose of the 'system call' interface in an operating system?

To provide a programming interface for application developers

To allow users to make calls over the internet

To enable the operating system to perform device calibration

To manage user profiles and permissions

Which of the following is a primary function of the file system in an operating system?

To organize, store, retrieve, name, and manage files

To facilitate network connections

To monitor the system's performance

How does 'paging' contribute to memory management in an operating system?

By dividing memory into fixed-size pages to reduce fragmentation

By encrypting data to protect against unauthorized access

By increasing the physical memory available to the system

By prioritizing certain applications for CPU usage

Which of the following is a function of the operating system's file permissions feature?

To determine which users can access or modify a file

To increase the speed of file access

To organize files into directories

In the context of operating systems, what is the primary purpose of a 'system monitor' tool?

To monitor and report on system resource usage

To install new software applications

What is the function of a Computer Server?

To provide data, resources, and services to other computers over a network

To provide weather updates to the users

IOT (internet of things) have what type of operating systems?

Real-time operating systems (RTOS) or embedded operating systems

Files on computers can be set to by the administrator to computer user ? chose all that apply

have full privileges, even delete

Computer file compression means to?

Reduce the size of a file by encoding information using fewer bits than the original file or a file ending in .zip

Keep the file size the same but change the file name.

Change the file format from digital to analog.

Increase the size of a file by adding more bits than the original file.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a Computer Operating System?

A computer operating system is a type of computer monitor

A computer operating system is a type of computer game

A computer operating system is a type of computer virus

A computer operating system is a software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Name three Operating Systems?

Windows, macOS, Linux

Java, C++, Python

Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS

iOS, Android, ChromeOS

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Operating System (OS) function in a computer?

Makes coffee for the user

Plays music on the computer

Keeps track of the user's schedule

Manages the computer's hardware and software

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the function of the kernel in a computer

Stores user data and files

Controls the monitor display

Manages system resources and provides a bridge between hardware and software

Manages internet connectivity

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Are Operating Systems responsible for ?
Chose all that apply

Disk Management

Hard Drive

manage files and folders on a disk

manage peripheral devices

manage all computer application and processes

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are peripheral devices?

Items used for cooking in the kitchen

Software programs installed on a computer

Internal components of a computer

External devices connected to a computer

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are computer drivers?

Hardware components that store data

Physical devices used to operate a computer

Software that allow the operating system to communicate with hardware devices

Software for organizing files on a computer

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