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WorksheetsSection A - 7 - Computer Software - Types & Roles of Operat
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 7mins
A research lab has purchased a new mainframe computer to perform massive data processing. What type of operating system is commonly used with this type of device?
Real-Time Operating Systems
Single-User, Single-Task Operating Systems
Single-User, Multi-Tasking Operating Systems
Multi-User Operating Systems
What type of operating system is commonly used on most personal computers and mobile computing devices?
Real-Time Operating Systems
Single-User, Single-Task Operating Systems
Single-User, Multi-Tasking Operating Systems
Multi-User Operating Systems
What type of operating system is commonly used in airplanes?
Real-Time Operating Systems
Single-User, Single-Task Operating Systems
Single-User, Multi-Tasking Operating Systems
Multi-User Operating Systems
Why do powerful computers like servers use multi-user operating systems?
It allows them to run multiple applications simultaneously.
It would be inefficient to save all that processing capability for just a single user.
It ensures they process data consistently within a set deadline for a task.
They wouldn't use a multi-user operating system.
What type of operating system is commonly used by robotics on a manufacturing line?
Real-Time Operating Systems
Single-User, Single-Task Operating Systems
Single-User, Multi-Tasking Operating Systems
Multi-User Operating Systems
Single-user, single-task operating systems are commonly used on smartphone devices.
True
False
An example of the role of the operating system in networking is that it comes installed with anti-virus software.
True
False
A small accountancy firm has recently expanded by hiring new staff. They have decided to ensure each member of staff has access to a laptop that can connect to the company network. They are concerned about the security of this though. What features of an operating system will help the company with this?
Traceroute will identify hackers trying to access the network and block them.
Device drivers will stop unauthorised users from connecting to the network with their own devices.
User authentication will stop unauthorised users from logging into the laptops & accessing the network.
Virtual memory will monitor users activity and prevent anything they shouldn't be doing.
What type of operating system is this accountancy firm likely using on these laptops?
Real-Time Operating Systems
Single-User, Single-Task Operating Systems
Single-User, Multi-Tasking Operating Systems
Multi-User Operating Systems
Most operating systems come with TCP/IP built in. What feature of an operating system does this relate to?
Networking
Security
Memory Management
Device Drivers
