Quiz: Understanding Basic Software Elements of a Computer System

Which of the following is a primary role of an operating system?

• Managing the computer’s physical resources

• Designing computer hardware

• Creating software applications

• Building computer networks

What is the main purpose of the user interface (UI)?

• To connect hardware components

• To provide a way for users to interact with the system

• To secure the operating system from attacks

• To control data storage

Which operating system is known for its open-source nature?

• Windows

• macOS

• UNIX

• Linux

What is UNIX primarily known for?

• Being user-friendly for beginners

• Its use in creative design software

• Multi-user and multitasking capabilities

• Exclusively for personal computers

Which of the following is NOT a feature of a graphical user interface (GUI)?

• Windows

• Icons

• Mouse actions

• Command-line input

What operating system did Linus Torvalds develop?

• macOS

• UNIX

• Windows

• Linux

Which operating system first introduced a graphical user interface (GUI)?

• Windows 95

• UNIX

• macOS

• MS-DOS

The core component of an operating system that manages hardware is called the:

• Shell

• GUI

• Kernel

• Command Prompt

Which file system is known for being highly compatible across devices?

• NTFS

• FAT32

• APFS

• ext4

What is the primary purpose of memory management in an OS?

• To install new applications

• To design user interfaces

• To optimize the use of RAM and storage