COMP1401 Operating Systems Quiz

What is the purpose of a file in an operating system?

• To store data from programs

• To display user interfaces

• To execute programs

• To manage hardware resources

Which of the following characters is NOT allowed in file names?

• *

• a

• b

• c

What does a .pdf file extension indicate?

• Adobe PDF Document

• Audio file

• Web Page

• Image file

Which of the following is a method to access Windows File Explorer?

• Open Task Manager

• Right click on Start button

• Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete

• Use Command Prompt

What is a recommended practice for file folder structure?

• Use the Desktop for all files

• Create folders that are too deep

• Use random filenames

• Keep things where they belong from the start

What is the shortcut to permanently delete an item?

• Ctrl + Shift + Delete

• Ctrl + Delete

• Shift + Delete

• Alt + Delete

How can you recover deleted items from the recycle bin?

• Right click and select Restore

• Empty the Recycle Bin

• Use the Shift + Delete shortcut

• Drag to the Recycle Bin

What is the function of ZIP files?

• To store a single file only

• To contain multiple files and folders

• To display images

• To execute programs

Which of the following is a valid filename extension for a video file?

• .mp3

• .html

• .mp4

• .docx

What does file management involve?

• Designing user interfaces

• Running applications

• Creating an organized structure for information storage

• Programming in different languages