Understanding Operating Systems

What is an operating system?

• A database management system

• A type of computer hardware

• A programming language for web development

• An operating system is software that manages computer hardware and software resources.

Name one function of an operating system.

• Store user data

• Run applications

• Provide internet access

• Manage hardware resources

Can you list two types of operating systems?

• macOS

• iOS

• Android

• Windows, Linux

What is the purpose of a user interface in an operating system?

• To manage hardware resources directly.

• To increase the speed of the operating system.

• To store user data permanently.

• The purpose of a user interface in an operating system is to facilitate user interaction with the system.

What does 'multitasking' mean in the context of operating systems?

• Multitasking refers to the ability of an operating system to run a single task at a time.

• Multitasking is when an operating system only allows background processes to run.

• Multitasking means an operating system can only manage tasks sequentially.

• Multitasking is the capability of an operating system to manage and execute multiple tasks or processes concurrently.

Name a popular operating system used on personal computers.

• macOS

• Chrome OS

• Linux

• Microsoft Windows

What is the difference between system software and application software?

• System software is only for mobile devices.

• System software manages hardware and provides a platform; application software performs specific user tasks.

• System software and application software are the same thing.

• Application software is responsible for hardware management.

What is a mobile operating system?

• A mobile operating system is software that manages mobile devices and enables applications to run.

• A mobile operating system is a network protocol.

• A mobile operating system is a desktop application.

• A mobile operating system is a type of hardware.

How does an operating system manage hardware resources?

• By managing network protocols only

• An operating system manages hardware resources by allocating CPU time, managing memory, controlling I/O devices, and handling storage.

• By directly controlling user applications

• By providing a graphical user interface exclusively

Why is it important to keep an operating system updated?

• To increase the number of pre-installed applications

• It is important to keep an operating system updated to ensure security, improve performance, and enhance compatibility.

• To reduce the size of the operating system

• To make the interface more colorful