Operating Systems Quiz

What is the primary function of an Operating System?

• To create software applications

• To manage hardware resources

• To provide internet access

• To enhance graphics performance

Which of the following is NOT a common Operating System?

• Windows

• Linux

• MacOS

• Photoshop

What does CPU stand for?

• Central Processing Unit

• Computer Performance Unit

• Central Program Unit

• Core Processing Unit

Why is it important to update Operating Systems?

• To increase storage capacity

• To fix bugs and improve security

• To enhance visual effects

• To speed up internet connection

What is RAM?

• Random Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

• Real-time Access Memory

• Rapid Access Memory

What is the role of Memory Management in an Operating System?

• To handle file storage

• To control CPU scheduling

• To assign RAM to programs

• To manage user accounts

What happens when RAM memory is full?

• The computer shuts down

• The OS resorts to swapping

• All applications crash

• The CPU becomes idle

What is the purpose of the Task Manager?

• To manage user accounts

• To update the Operating System

• To monitor resource usage

• To install new software

What does an Administrator Account allow a user to do?

• Access only their own files

• Install programs and manage other accounts

• Change the Operating System settings

• Run applications without restrictions

What is the difference between Sleep and Shutdown?

• There is no difference

• Sleep saves RAM, Shutdown clears it

• Sleep is faster than Shutdown

• Shutdown keeps programs running, Sleep does not