Operating System Quiz

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• To provide a user interface

• To manage hardware resources

• To execute application software

• To store data permanently

Which of the following is NOT a basic function of an operating system?

• Network Communication

• Hardware Management

• User Interface Design

• Data Access

What type of operating system structure is characterized by a single, unified program?

• Microkernel

• Layered

• Monolithic

• Networked

In a multiprocessor system, what is the main advantage of Symmetric Multiprocessing (SMP)?

• Lower cost of implementation

• Reduced complexity in communication

• Improved performance for parallel tasks

• Easier management of tasks

Which of the following is an example of a closed source operating system?

• Windows

• Ubuntu

• Fedora

• Linux

What is a key characteristic of a microkernel architecture?

• It requires a large amount of memory

• It is designed as a single program

• Core functions are separated from services

• All components run in kernel space

Which of the following is a function of device drivers in an operating system?

• Scheduling CPU tasks

• Handling network protocols

• Communicating with hardware components

• Managing user accounts

What does the term 'data security' refer to in the context of operating systems?

• Protecting data from unauthorized access

• Ensuring data is stored permanently

• Backing up data regularly

• Encrypting data for privacy

Which type of operating system allows users to modify the source code?

• Open source

• Closed source

• Proprietary

• Commercial

What is the main disadvantage of a layered operating system structure?

• Difficulty in maintaining individual layers

• Performance overhead due to communication

• Limited functionality

• Increased complexity in design