Understanding Operating Systems

What is an operating system?

• A programming language for software development

• An operating system is software that manages computer hardware and software resources.

• A network protocol for communication

• A type of computer hardware

Name three types of operating systems.

• Distributed

• Batch, Time-Sharing, Real-Time

• Network

• Single-User

What is the main function of an operating system?

• To provide internet connectivity

• To run applications without hardware

• To manage user passwords

• The main function of an operating system is to manage computer hardware and software resources.

What is the difference between system software and application software?

• System software is only for mobile devices.

• System software manages hardware; application software performs user-specific tasks.

• System software is designed for gaming purposes.

• Application software is used to manage hardware resources.

What does GUI stand for in operating systems?

• Graphical User Interaction

• General User Interface

• Graphical User Interface

• Graphical User Input

What is multitasking in an operating system?

• Multitasking is the capability of an operating system to manage and execute multiple processes concurrently.

• Multitasking refers to the operating system's capability to manage hardware resources only.

• Multitasking is when an operating system shuts down all processes to save power.

• Multitasking is the ability to run a single process at a time.

Explain the term 'kernel' in the context of operating systems.

• The kernel is the central part of an operating system responsible for managing system resources and facilitating communication between hardware and software.

• The kernel is a hardware component that stores data permanently.

• The kernel is a programming language used for system development.

• The kernel is a type of software application for user interface design.

What is a file system?

• A file system is a method for storing and organizing files on a storage device.

• A file system is a programming language used for data manipulation.

• A file system is a hardware component of a computer.

• A file system is a type of software application.

How does an operating system manage memory?

• An operating system manages memory by allocating, tracking, and protecting memory for processes, using techniques like paging and segmentation.

• An operating system manages memory by compressing all data into a single file.

• An operating system manages memory by storing all data on external drives.

• An operating system manages memory by deleting unused files.

What is the purpose of device drivers?

• To improve the speed of the operating system.

• To provide a user interface for hardware settings.

• To manage software updates for applications.

• The purpose of device drivers is to enable communication between the operating system and hardware devices.