Operating Systems Quiz

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• Running application software

• Managing hardware resources

• Providing internet access

• Controlling power supply

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

• Microsoft Word

• Linux

• Windows

• macOS

The term "platform technology" refers to:

• The combination of hardware and software for computing

• A type of programming language

• A marketing strategy for digital devices

• A specific software application

Which operating system is based on Unix?

• Windows

• macOS

• MS-DOS

• Chrome OS

What is an example of an open-source operating system?

• Windows

• Linux

• macOS

• iOS

The most common mobile operating systems are:

• Android and iOS

• Windows and macOS

• Linux and Ubuntu

• Chrome OS and KaiOS

Which component of a computer system executes program instructions?

• Hard drive

• RAM

• CPU

• Motherboard

What is the primary purpose of a kernel in an operating system?

• To display graphics

• To manage system resources and hardware

• To connect to the internet

• To store user files

What does GUI stand for?

• General User Interface

• Graphical User Interface

• General Utility Integration

• Graphic Utility Interface

Which of the following is a function of an operating system?

• Managing files

• Running applications

• Handling security

• All of the above