Operating System Concepts and Functions

This video tutorial by Tech G covers the purpose and functions of operating systems, including their role as an interface between applications and hardware. It delves into disk management, process management, application management, memory management, device management, access control, and various types of operating systems. The tutorial also provides practical insights into managing these aspects across different operating systems like Windows, Mac, and Linux.

What is the primary role of an operating system?

• To provide internet connectivity

• To increase battery life

• To enhance graphics performance

• To manage hardware and software resources

Which tool is used for disk management in Windows?

• Fdisk

• Disk Utility

• Disk Management

• Task Manager

In Linux, which command is used to view currently running processes?

• top

• cron

• ps

• tasklist

Which command in Linux is used to manage memory allocation?

• df

• lscpu

• lsusb

• free

What is the purpose of user access control (UAC) in Windows?

• To enhance graphics performance

• To manage disk partitions

• To manage network connections

• To prevent unauthorized software installations

What is the role of a device driver?

• To manage user accounts

• To connect hardware to the operating system

• To enhance internet speed

• To provide software updates

Which operating system is known for being open source and based on UNIX?

• Windows

• Mac OS

• Linux

• iOS

What is a hypervisor?

• A device driver

• Software that creates and runs virtual machines

• A tool for managing disk space

• A type of operating system

What is the main function of an embedded operating system?

• To run on servers

• To perform specific tasks efficiently

• To provide a graphical user interface

• To manage network connections

Which of the following is a mobile operating system?

• Linux

• Windows Server

• iOS

• Mac OS