PRC3 MIDTERM EXAM 2024 PART 1

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To manage computer hardware and software

• To create graphics for applications

• To provide internet connectivity

• To enhance gaming performance

Which of the following is NOT a common operating system for personal computers?

• Android

• Windows

• iOS

• Linux

What does GUI stand for in the context of operating systems?

• Graphical Universal Interface

• Generalized User Interaction

• General User Interface

• Graphical User Interface

Which operating system was created by Microsoft in the mid-1980s?

• Linux

• macOS

• Android

• Windows

What is a key feature of Linux operating systems?

• They are proprietary software

• They are open-source

• They require a paid license

• They are only available for mobile devices

Which version of Windows was released in 2021?

• Windows Vista

• Windows 10

• Windows 11

• Windows 8

What is the main advantage of using Linux?

• It is the most user-friendly

• It is the fastest operating system

• It is free and modifiable

• It has the most applications

Which operating system is specifically designed for mobile devices?

• Linux

• iOS

• macOS

• Windows

What does the operating system coordinate?

• Internet connectivity and security

• Software and hardware resources

• User preferences and settings

• Graphics and sound performance

Which of the following operating systems is developed by Apple?

• Android

• macOS

• Linux

• Windows