Understanding Operating Systems

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Understanding Operating Systems

Understanding Operating Systems

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary role of an operating system?

To serve as a database management system.

To provide internet connectivity to devices.

The primary role of an operating system is to manage computer hardware and software resources.

To run applications without any user input.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define process management in the context of operating systems.

Process management is the coordination of processes in an operating system, including their creation, scheduling, and termination.

Process management is solely about memory allocation.

Process management is the process of installing software updates.

Process management refers to the management of hardware resources.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does an operating system handle multitasking?

An operating system only allows one application to run at a time.

An operating system uses a single core to run all tasks simultaneously.

An operating system uses a scheduler and context switching to manage multitasking.

An operating system requires manual switching between tasks by the user.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a process control block (PCB)?

A process control block (PCB) is a type of hardware component.

A process control block (PCB) is a data structure that contains information about a process, including its state, process ID, and resource allocation.

A process control block (PCB) is a network protocol for data transmission.

A process control block (PCB) is a software application for managing files.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the concept of context switching.

Context switching refers to the method of increasing CPU speed by overclocking.

Context switching is the process of shutting down a CPU to save power.

Context switching is a technique used to enhance graphics performance in gaming.

Context switching allows multiple processes to share a single CPU, enabling multitasking in operating systems.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is memory management and why is it important?

Memory management is about increasing storage capacity.

Memory management is crucial for efficient resource utilization, system performance, and preventing memory-related errors.

Memory management has no impact on system performance.

Memory management is only relevant for gaming applications.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Describe the difference between physical and virtual memory.

Physical memory is stored on a hard drive.

Virtual memory is faster than physical memory.

Physical memory is a type of virtual memory.

Physical memory is the actual RAM, while virtual memory is a simulated memory using disk space.

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