Operating Systems Quiz

What is an operating system?

• A type of hardware

• A collection of systems software that manages the computer

• A programming language

• A type of application software

Which of the following is an example of a real-time operating system?

• A bank-statement producing system

• A personal computer

• A system controlling a plane

• A mobile phone

What type of operating system might be found in a microwave?

• Batch processing system

• Real-time system

• Embedded system

• Network system

What is the primary role of a PC operating system?

• To manage the computer's hardware and software

• To increase the computer's speed

• To provide internet connectivity

• To enhance graphics performance

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

• Making sure the user can interact with the computer

• Increasing the computer's storage capacity

• Enhancing the computer's sound quality

• Providing antivirus protection

How does an operating system ensure errors are reported to the user?

• By sending emails

• By displaying messages on the VDU

• By printing error logs

• By sending text messages

What utility programs might an operating system provide?

• FORMAT DISK, FILE MANAGEMENT, DEFRAG

• Antivirus, Firewall, VPN

• Word Processor, Spreadsheet, Presentation

• Photo Editor, Video Editor, Music Player

What is the primary role of scheduling in an operating system?

• To allocate memory space to programs

• To ensure efficient use of CPU time

• To manage secondary storage devices

• To set up the interrupt system

How does an operating system manage memory when a program is closed?

• It deletes the memory space

• It reallocates the memory to another program

• It compresses the memory space

• It encrypts the memory space

What is the function of a driver in an operating system?

• To allocate memory space

• To act as a buffer between an application and hardware

• To manage CPU scheduling

• To control secondary storage devices