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WorksheetsMGT334_OS Basics Questions
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the main purpose of an operating system (OS)?
To decorate the computer
To manage hardware and software resources
To store internet data
To design websites
Which of the following is not a core function of an operating system?
Hardware management
Application management
Internet browsing
Security implementation
The OS manages CPU time, memory, and storage. This process is called:
Hardware management
User interface design
File encryption
Software marketing
What allows users to interact with the computer visually using icons and menus?
Command Prompt
Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Device Manager
Task Scheduler
Which feature helps prevent unauthorized access to a system?
Widgets
Passwords and file permissions
Recycle Bin
Screen saver
Which task is part of application management?
Loading and executing programs
Adjusting screen brightness
Printing documents
Setting wallpapers
The OS allows users to switch between multiple open apps. This is known as:
Virtualization
Debugging
Multitasking
Booting
In storage management, the OS:
Manages hard drives and file operations
Controls Wi‑Fi signals
Updates antivirus software
Deletes unnecessary apps
Which component handles printers and cameras in a computer system?
Peripheral management
File Explorer
BIOS
Firewall
What is the Start Menu used for in Windows?
Accessing programs and settings easily
Formatting drives
Running antivirus scans
Turning off the display
Which of the following is a function related to memory?
Memory management
Disk management
Cloud control
Power scheduling
Which of these is a tool for managing files and folders in Windows?
Control Panel
File Explorer
Task Manager
Paint
Windows allows several apps to run at once. This is called:
Efficient multitasking
Overclocking
Disk partitioning
File compression
What’s the difference between Settings and Control Panel?
Settings = modern, Control Panel = traditional
Both are identical
Control Panel is for games
Settings is for passwords only
Which feature lets users adjust display, user accounts, and network settings?
Microsoft Edge
Paint
Settings / Control Panel
PowerPoint
iOS is known for its:
Closed ecosystem and strict security
Open-source design
Unlimited customization
Support for multiple app stores
Which mobile OS is based on Linux?
iOS
Android
HarmonyOS
Android allows apps to be installed from other sources besides the Play Store. This is called:
Cloud computing
Sideloading
File mirroring
App cloning
What is one privacy feature found in iOS?
App Tracking Transparency
Google integration
File Explorer
App Sideloading
What service lets Android sync data like emails, files, and maps across devices?
Google Account Integration
Apple ID
Bluetooth
Siri
