Operating System Functions Quiz

What is one of the primary functions of an operating system?

• To manage resources

• To create hardware

• To design software

• To build networks

What does the operating system use to manage peripherals?

• Network interface card

• Random access memory

• Central processing unit

• Input and output devices

What is spooling in the context of operating systems?

• Storing data in a queue for printing

• Defragmenting the hard drive

• Compressing files to save space

• Deleting unnecessary files

What is a benefit of spooling?

• Increases the speed of the CPU

• Improves network security

• User can log off while waiting for a print job

• Reduces the size of files

How does an operating system manage memory?

• Enhances the graphics quality

• Ensures programs do not corrupt each other

• Increases the size of the hard drive

• Speeds up the internet connection

What is the role of process control in an operating system?

• Handles network connections

• Controls the display settings

• Manages the power supply

• Ensures processes utilize the CPU without interference

What does security control in an operating system allow?

• Creation and deletion of user accounts

• Modification of hardware components

• Design of new software

• Installation of new operating systems

What is the purpose of managing back-up space?

• Ensures data is stored and retrieved correctly

• Increases the speed of the CPU

• Enhances the display resolution

• Improves sound quality

What is file compression?

• Encrypting files for security

• Making a file size smaller

• Deleting unnecessary files

• Increasing the file size

What is a disadvantage of software-based disk compression?

• Increases the risk of data loss

• Reduces the quality of graphics

• Requires expensive hardware

• Slows down reading and writing to disk