Basics of Operating Systems Quiz
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What is the main characteristic of a Batch Operating System?

  • Dynamic allocation of CPU time
  • Direct interaction between the user and the computer
  • Job submission using punch cards (correct)
  • Real-time processing of jobs

What is a common problem with Batch Systems as described in the text?

  • Efficient use of CPU
  • Lack of interaction between the user and job (correct)
  • Real-time processing of jobs
  • Dynamic allocation of CPU time

What is the primary purpose of Time Sharing Operating System?

  • Sharing processor's time among multiple users (correct)
  • Real-time processing of jobs
  • Dynamic allocation of CPU time
  • Execution of batched programs

Why is CPU often idle in Batch Systems, according to the text?

<p>Slow speeds of mechanical I/O devices compared to CPU (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the technique that enables multiple users to use a computer system at the same time?

<p>Time-sharing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an Operating System?

<p>Controlling the execution of application programs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common drawback of Batch Operating Systems?

<p>Lack of interaction between user and job (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Time Sharing Operating Systems?

<p>Enabling many users to use a computer system simultaneously (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the CPU often idle in Batch Systems?

<p>The speeds of the mechanical I/O devices are slower than the CPU (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Batch Operating Systems, how are jobs with similar needs processed?

<p>They are batched together and run as a group (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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