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Worksheets1.2.1 Systems Software
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What does BIOS stand for?
Binary Input Output Setup
Basic Input Output Setup
Binary Input Output System
Basic Input Output System
What is the primary function of device drivers?
To increase the computer's speed
To store data
To allow the OS to communicate with peripheral devices
To manage the computer's memory
What characterizes Distributed Operating Systems?
They are spread over multiple computer servers on a network
They operate on a single server
They are designed for single-user tasks
They are used exclusively for gaming
What is unique about Embedded Operating Systems?
They can run multiple tasks simultaneously
They are built into a single machine to control it
They require extensive resources
They are used for data analysis
Which scheduling algorithm deals with processes in the order they arrive?
Round-Robin
Shortest Remaining Time
First Come First Served
Shortest Job First
What is Intermediate Code?
Code that can only be understood by the operating system
Code fully translated into machine language
Code partly translated between high-level and machine language
The initial code written by a programmer
What triggers an Interrupt in a computer system?
A power outage
A user's command
A signal from hardware, software, or the clock
A failure in the operating system
What is the purpose of Memory Management?
To protect the computer from viruses
To efficiently organise and allocate main memory to programs
To delete unnecessary files
To store as much information as possible
What is a characteristic of Multi-level Feedback Queues?
They allow processes to move between multiple queues
They prioritize older processes
They use a single queue for all processes
They are used only in single-user systems
What defines a Multi-tasking Operating System?
It can only run a single task at a time
It requires manual switching between tasks
It is capable of running multiple tasks simultaneously
It uses a single user interface
What is true about Multi-User Operating Systems?
They allow multiple users to access the computer’s resources
They consist of multiple mainframe computers
They are designed for personal use
They allow only one user at a time
What is Paging in the context of operating systems?
A method of scheduling tasks
Partitioning memory into fixed sized physical divisions called pages
Sending messages between users
A technique for data encryption
What is the main feature of Real-Time Operating Systems?
They process data as it comes, with guaranteed response times
They are used exclusively in educational institutions
They prioritize user interface design
They focus on maximizing battery life
What does Segmentation refer to in memory management?
A method of deleting unused files
Partitioning memory into variable sized logical divisions
Dividing the hard drive into smaller parts
A technique for compressing data
What is the principle of Virtual Memory?
To create an illusion of a very fast memory
To enhance the graphics of the computer
To use secondary storage as an extension of the main memory
To encrypt data for security purposes
