Operating Systems & Applications Quiz

What is the main purpose of system software?

• To entertain users

• To manage hardware and provide a platform for applications

• To create documents

• To browse the internet

Which of the following is NOT an operating system?

• Windows

• Linux

• Microsoft Word

• Android

What part of the operating system manages CPU time and process scheduling?

• File Manager

• Kernel

• User Interface

• BIOS

What does the file path C:\b\c\e\file8 represent?

• A URL

• A command line instruction

• A location in the directory tree

• A software license

Which OS function allows multiple programs to run seemingly at the same time?

• File Management

• Multitasking

• Networking

• Security

What type of software allows users to perform specific tasks like word processing or video editing?

• System Software

• Application Software

• Firmware

• BIOS

What does the 'rwx' permission in Unix file systems stand for?

• Read, Write, Execute

• Run, Write, Exit

• Read, Work, Exit

• Rename, Write, Execute

Which software license allows users to freely modify and distribute the source code?

• Freeware

• Proprietary

• Open Source

• Creative Commons

What is the difference between downloading and installing software?

• Downloading is optional, installing is mandatory

• Downloading retrieves files; installing configures them for use

• Downloading is faster than installing

• There is no difference

What type of application can run on multiple operating systems?

• Single-platform

• Proprietary

• Cross-platform

• Freeware