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ONE 6th FORM Operating Systems 2

Authored by Lorna Jarrett

Computers

12th Grade

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ONE 6th FORM Operating Systems 2
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of an operating system?

To provide internet connectivity

To manage computer hardware and software resources

To create documents

To design graphics

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of operating system allows multiple users to access a computer system at the same time?

Single-user operating system

Multi-user operating system

Real-time operating system

Embedded operating system

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a multitasking operating system, how is it possible for multiple applications to appear to run simultaneously?

By using multiple processors

By scheduling each active program to receive a tiny time slice in quick rotation

By running each application on a separate computer

By using a single application at a time

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of a real-time operating system?

It processes data as it comes in, typically without buffering delays

It allows multiple users to access the system simultaneously

It is designed for personal computers

It is used for batch processing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of operating system is specifically designed to be used within embedded systems?

Multi-user operating system

Distributed operating system

Embedded operating system

Real-time operating system

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a distributed operating system?

An operating system that runs on a single computer

An operating system that manages a group of distinct computers and makes them appear to be a single computer

An operating system that is used for mobile devices

An operating system that is used for gaming consoles

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main advantage of a multi-user operating system?

It allows for faster processing speeds

It enables multiple users to share resources and data efficiently

It is easier to install

It requires less memory

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