IGCSE - Chaper 4: Operating Systems and User Interfaces

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To provide a gaming platform

• To enable computer systems to function correctly

• To manage hardware components

• To create software applications

Which of the following is NOT an example of an operating system?

• Apple Mac OS

• Microsoft Windows

• Google Chrome

• Apple iOS

Where do most computers store their operating systems?

• On a hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD)

• On a USB drive

• On a CD-ROM

• In the cloud

What does HCI stand for?

• Human Computer Interaction

• Human Control Interface

• Human Command Input

• Hardware Communication Interface

What is a Command Line Interface (CLI)?

• An interface that uses icons

• An interface that requires typing commands

• An interface that uses touch screens

• An interface that is only for mobile devices

What is one advantage of using a CLI?

• It is faster than a GUI

• It requires no learning of commands

• It uses less computer memory

• It is more user-friendly

What is a disadvantage of using a CLI?

• It is more user-friendly

• It is faster than a GUI

• It uses less memory

• Commands must be typed correctly

What does GUI stand for?

• Graphical Universal Interface

• Graphical User Interface

• Generalized User Interaction

• General User Interface

Which of the following is an advantage of a GUI?

• Uses icons to represent applications

• Requires learning many commands

• Uses less memory than CLI

• Is faster than CLI

What is a disadvantage of a GUI?

• It requires no operating system

• It is slower than CLI

• It is more user-friendly

• It uses more computer memory