OS vs App Software

What is an operating system?

• A type of hardware

• Software that manages computer hardware and software resources

• A programming language

• A type of application software

Which of the following is an example of application software?

• Windows 10

• Microsoft Word

• Linux

• macOS

Which of the following is NOT a function of an operating system?

• Managing memory

• Providing a user interface

• Running application software

• Creating documents

What is the primary purpose of application software?

• To manage hardware resources

• To perform specific tasks for users

• To control the computer's basic functions

• To provide a platform for other software

Which of the following is an example of an operating system?

• Google Chrome

• Adobe Photoshop

• Android

• Microsoft Excel

Which type of software would you use to edit a photo?

• Operating system

• Application software

• System software

• Firmware

Which of the following best describes the relationship between operating systems and application software?

• Operating systems are a type of application software

• Application software runs on top of operating systems

• Operating systems and application software are the same

• Application software manages hardware resources

Which of the following tasks is typically NOT handled by an operating system?

• File management

• Network management

• Word processing

• Process management

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

• To perform calculations

• To manage hardware and software resources

• To create presentations

• To browse the internet

Which of the following is a key difference between operating systems and application software?

• Operating systems are used for specific tasks, while application software manages hardware

• Operating systems manage hardware and software resources, while application software is used for specific tasks

• Operating systems are optional, while application software is mandatory

• Operating systems are always free, while application software is always paid