Operating Systems - Grade10

What is the main purpose of an Operating System?

• To design computer hardware

• To manage hardware and software resources

• To install application software

• To convert programming languages

Which of the following is part of the booting process?

• Loading the BIOS

• Starting the POST

• Reading the MBR

• All of the above

What is the first program activated during booting?

• MBR

• POST

• BIOS

• Bootstrap Loader

What type of software is the Operating System?

• Application software

• System software

• Utility software

• Compiler software

Which of the following is an example of a multi-user OS?

• MS-DOS

• Linux

• Android

• Windows XP

Which Operating System is free and open source?

• Windows Server

• MacOS

• Ubuntu

• MS-DOS

What does WIMP stand for in GUI?

• Windows, Interface, Mouse, Programs

• Windows, Icons, Menus, Pointer

• Web, Interface, Mouse, Pointer

• Windows, Icons, Mouse, Printer

Which of the following is a Real-Time Operating System?

• Windows 10

• MacOS

• ATM System

• Android

What is used to control a device connected to the Operating System?

• Application software

• Device driver

• Anti-virus software

• Compiler

Which file system is commonly used in Windows?

• FAT16

• NTFS

• ext4

• ReiserFS