IT 101 - Quiz 5

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To provide network access

• To act as a bridge between the user and the computer's hardware

• To manage applications only

• To operate only input devices

Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?

• Windows

• Linux

• Android

• Photoshop

What is the role of process management in an operating system?

• Overseeing the execution of programs

• Organizing files

• Allocating memory to processes

• Managing input devices

Memory management in an operating system involves:

• Securing the system against unauthorized access

• Allocating and deallocating memory to processes

• Interacting with other networks

• Controlling input/output devices

Which type of interface does an operating system provide for user interaction?

• Command-line and graphical interface

• Only a graphical interface

• Network-based interface

• Wireless interface

What is a distinguishing feature of a batch operating system?

• Real-time task execution

• Large-scale data processing

• Running multiple user programs simultaneously

• File sharing capabilities

Which operating system is best suited for IoT devices?

• Mobile Operating System

• Embedded Operating System

• Distributed Operating System

• Network Operating System

A time-sharing operating system is commonly used for:

• Industrial automation

• Mainframe systems

• Large-scale data processing

• File sharing

Which type of operating system is designed for real-time applications like medical devices?

• Distributed Operating System

• Real-Time Operating System (RTOS)

• Multiprogramming Operating System

• Mobile Operating System

What type of operating system would most likely be used in cloud computing?

• Distributed Operating System

• Batch Operating System

• Embedded Operating System

• Time-Sharing Operating System