System Software

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

• To manage computer resources and provide a user interface.

• To predict the weather

• To play music

• To cook breakfast

Name one utility program commonly used for disk cleanup.

• Disk Cleanup

• DiskCleaner

• DiskSweeper

• DiskOptimizer

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

• Plays audio files

• Generates random numbers

• Monitors network traffic

• Manages process execution and resource allocation.

Explain the role of a device driver in an operating system.

• A device driver facilitates communication between the operating system and hardware devices.

• A device driver is used to organize files and folders on the hard drive.

• A device driver controls the flow of electricity within the computer system.

• A device driver is responsible for managing user accounts in the operating system.

What is the difference between system software and application software?

• System software operates the computer hardware and provides a platform for running application software, while application software performs specific tasks for end-users.

• System software is designed for mobile devices, while application software is for computers.

• System software is more expensive than application software.

• System software is only used by professionals, while application software is for personal use.

Name one common utility program used for antivirus protection.

• McAfee

• Windows Defender

• Norton

• Avast

What is the function of a file management system in an operating system?

• Printing files

• Organizing, storing, and retrieving files efficiently.

• Playing multimedia files

• Encrypting files

Describe the role of an operating system in managing memory.

• The operating system manages memory by physically moving RAM chips around to optimize performance

• The operating system manages memory by allocating and deallocating memory space for processes, handling virtual memory, swapping data between RAM and disk, and ensuring memory protection to prevent one process from accessing another's memory space.

• The operating system manages memory by deciding which processes get more memory based on their file size

• The operating system manages memory by controlling the speed of the RAM

What is the purpose of an operating system's user interface?

• To make coffee for the user

• To control the weather outside

• To play music on the computer

• To provide a way for users to interact with the computer system.

How does an operating system facilitate communication between hardware components?

• Device drivers act as intermediaries between hardware components and the operating system.

• Hardware components communicate with each other independently

• Operating system relies on physical connections for communication

• Operating system directly communicates with hardware components