Computer Systems and Interfaces Quiz

What is a user interface?

• A part of the internet that users can browse

• A way for users to interact with a computer system

• A programming language

• A computer’s operating system

Which of the following is a type of user interface?

• Printer interface

• USB interface

• Command line interface (CLI)

• Bluetooth interface

What is an advantage of a GUI?

• Requires little memory

• Easy for beginners to use

• Requires typing commands

• Cannot use a mouse

What is an advantage of a CLI?

• It uses fewer system resources

• It’s fully graphical

• It doesn’t allow custom commands

• It’s better for young children

Why might a touchscreen interface be used in a public kiosk?

• Touchscreens are hard to clean

• It’s easier to type long commands

• It’s simple and intuitive for users

• It requires a mouse and keyboard

What is the role of memory management in an OS?

• To store passwords

• To allocate memory to programs

• To save files permanently

• To check internet speed

How does the OS allow multitasking?

• By closing background tasks

• By sharing the CPU and memory between programs

• By limiting users to one task

• By shutting down the computer

What happens if two programs use the same memory space?

• They run faster

• The system saves more space

• It may cause a system crash or error

• The OS deletes both programs

What is virtual memory?

• Memory stored on a USB

• Using part of the hard drive as temporary RAM

• Memory stored in the cloud

• RAM stored in the BIOS

Why can virtual memory slow down the computer?

• It uses cloud data

• The hard drive is slower than RAM

• It uses more electricity

• It increases CPU speed