Complete Python Scripting for Automation - os.system() function from os module

The video tutorial explains how to use the OS system function in Python to execute operating system commands. It covers executing commands on both Unix and Windows systems, handling command outputs and errors, and writing scripts to automate these processes. The tutorial also discusses capturing command status and interpreting return codes to determine success or failure.

What is the primary purpose of the OS system function in Python?

• To create new directories

• To execute operating system commands

• To list all Python modules

• To compile Python scripts

Which command can be used with OS system to list directories on a Windows system?

• MKDIR

• DIR

• LS

• PWD

Which of the following is a valid command to clear the terminal on a Linux system using OS system?

• REMOVE

• CLS

• CLEAR

• DELETE

What does a return code of zero from an OS system command indicate?

• The command failed

• The command executed successfully

• The command was not found

• The command is still running

How can you capture the return status of an OS system command in a Python script?

• By using the print function

• By storing it in a variable

• By using the input function

• By using a loop

What will be stored in a variable if an OS system command fails?

• A non-zero return code

• A success message

• The command output

• A zero return code

In the context of OS system, what does the variable RT typically represent?

• The command execution time

• The command input

• The command output

• The return status of the command