10 Questions
What is the main characteristic of a Batch Operating System?
Job submission using punch cards
What is a common problem with Batch Systems as described in the text?
Lack of interaction between the user and job
What is the primary purpose of Time Sharing Operating System?
Sharing processor's time among multiple users
Why is CPU often idle in Batch Systems, according to the text?
Slow speeds of mechanical I/O devices compared to CPU
What is the term used for the technique that enables multiple users to use a computer system at the same time?
Time-sharing
What is the main function of an Operating System?
Controlling the execution of application programs
What is a common drawback of Batch Operating Systems?
Lack of interaction between user and job
What is a key feature of Time Sharing Operating Systems?
Enabling many users to use a computer system simultaneously
Why is the CPU often idle in Batch Systems?
The speeds of the mechanical I/O devices are slower than the CPU
In Batch Operating Systems, how are jobs with similar needs processed?
They are batched together and run as a group
Test your knowledge of operating systems with this quiz covering the definition of operating systems and different types like the batch operating system. Learn about the program that controls the execution of application programs and acts as an interface between the user and computer hardware.
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