Operating System Resource Management Quiz

What does an operating system (OS) do to manage CPU resources?

• Allocates memory to processes

• Manages file systems

• Schedules and allocates CPU time

• Controls network connections

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

• Web browsing

• Data encryption

• User interface management

• Memory management

How does an OS manage memory?

• By scheduling CPU time

• By managing file permissions

• By allocating and deallocating memory

• By controlling power usage

What is the role of the OS in managing I/O devices?

• To manage network protocols

• To allocate CPU time

• To manage data flow to and from devices

• To handle user authentication

Which of the following best describes the network stack management by an OS?

• It manages file creation and deletion.

• It facilitates data transmission over network interfaces.

• It schedules CPU time among processes.

• It controls access to system settings.

What is a key function of the user interface (UI) in an OS?

• To manage power resources

• To enforce security policies

• To translate user actions into system calls

• To allocate memory to processes

Which of the following is a responsibility of the OS regarding security?

• Managing external devices

• Handling file permissions

• Allocating CPU time

• Managing user authentication

What does process management in an OS involve?

• Handling network connections

• Controlling power usage

• Managing the lifecycle of processes and threads

• Creating and deleting files

How does an OS optimize battery life?

• By controlling power usage of hardware components

• By managing file systems

• By scheduling CPU time

• By managing user interfaces

Which of the following describes how an OS manages external devices?

• By controlling network bandwidth

• By managing CPU scheduling

• By ensuring compatibility via device drivers

• Through file system integrity checks