Operating System Quiz

What is the main purpose of an operating system?

• Manage hardware resources and provide a stable and efficient environment for applications

• Enhance user entertainment and recreational experiences through interactive digital gameplay.

• Automate user tasks

• Allows effective communication through email

Which of the following is a mobile operating system?

• MS DOS

• iOS

• Mac OS

• Windows

What is the purpose of a graphical user interface (GUI)?

• Requires users to type in commands using a special language

• Allows users to move physical gestures to interact with the device

• Allows users to communicate using symbols and pictures

• Allows users to use voice commands to complete tasks

Which function of an operating system involves allocating areas of main memory to different programs?

• Process Management

• Device Management

• Memory Management

• File Management

What is the purpose of a dialogue-based interface?

• Allows users to communicate using symbols and pictures

• Requires users to type in commands using a special language

• Allows users to move physical gestures to interact with the device

• Allows users to use voice commands to complete tasks

What is the function of device management in an operating system?

• Making communication possible between peripheral devices and the processor

• Creating, deleting, and renaming files and folders

• Allocating time and resources of the CPU to each process being executed

• Providing password protection to prevent unauthorized access

Which type of interface allows users to move physical gestures to interact with the device or system?

• Dialogue-based Interface

• Graphical User Interface (G.U.I)

• Gesture-based Interface

• Command Line Interface

What is the process management function of an operating system responsible for?

• Providing password protection to prevent unauthorized access

• Creating, deleting, and renaming files and folders

• Making communication possible between peripheral devices and the processor

• Allocating time and resources of the CPU to each process being executed

What is the function of memory management in an operating system?

• Allocating areas of main memory to different programs

• Making communication possible between peripheral devices and the processor

• Creating, deleting, and renaming files and folders

• Providing password protection to prevent unauthorized access

What is one important thing an operating system does to keep your computer safe?

• Helps you play games.

• Makes sure apps work smoothly.

• Manages computer parts.

• Adds locks and codes to control who can use the computer.