OS Installation Basics

What is the primary responsibility of a network technician in a networked environment regarding operating systems?

• Designing new operating systems

• Installing and managing operating systems

• Developing software applications

• Creating network hardware

Which operating system is mentioned as the most commonly used in the prompt?

• Linux

• macOS

• Windows

• Android

What is required to install an operating system according to the prompt?

• Changing configuration settings

• Writing new code

• Designing a new interface

• Creating a new network

What is a boot device typically referred to as?

• An external hard drive

• An internal hard drive

• A network server

• A cloud storage

What does a bootable device generally refer to?

• A network cable

• An external/removable drive

• A software application

• A wireless router

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of external bootable device?

• USB

• DVD

• Server

• Cloud storage

What must a computer be capable of to install an operating system from a bootable device?

• Running multiple applications

• Booting from that interface

• Connecting to the internet

• Accessing cloud services

Where is the operating system installed on pre-built systems purchased from retailers?

• At the user's home

• At the factory

• At a local store

• At a service center

What is the role of a bootable device in OS installation?

• To provide internet access

• To store user data

• To contain OS files for installation

• To enhance system performance

Which of the following is a common method for booting an operating system?

• Using a smartphone

• Using a USB drive

• Using a printer

• Using a scanner