What is an operating system?

Evelyn is trying to understand how her computer works. She learns that there is something that helps manage all the parts of her computer and the programs she uses. What is this essential component?

• A collection of hardware components

• A system software that manages hardware and software resources

• A programming language

• A compiler

In a school, which of the following tasks is NOT handled by the school's administrative system?

• Memory management

• File management

• Compiling programs

• Process management

Rohan is trying to understand the main function of an operating system while using his computer for school projects.

• To provide a user-friendly interface

• To manage system resources efficiently

• To convert high-level language to machine language

• To connect computers to the internet

Which operating system type allows multiple users to use the system simultaneously?

• Single-user OS

• Multi-user OS

• Batch OS

• Real-time OS

During a computer science class, Luna asked her classmates, "Which of the following is NOT a type of operating system?"

• Batch OS

• Network OS

• Interactive OS

• Compiler OS

During a robotics competition, which of these operating systems would be best suited for controlling the robot in real-time?

• Windows

• Linux

• RTLinux

• macOS

Maya and Priya are working on a group project in their computer lab. They need to use an operating system that allows multiple users to access the system simultaneously. Which of the following is an example of a multi-user operating system?

• MS-DOS

• Windows 10

• UNIX

• macOS

While using her smartphone, Zoe wondered which type of operating system runs on mobile devices?

• Batch OS

• Mobile OS

• Real-Time OS

• Network OS

Avery is learning about computer systems in her class. During a discussion, her teacher asked, "What is the full form of GUI in operating systems?"

• General User Interface

• Graphical User Interface

• Greater User Input

• Graphic User Input

Which of the following operating systems is open-source?

• Windows

• Linux

• macOS

• iOS