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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?

Slow speeds of mechanical I/O devices compared to CPU (B) 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?

Time-sharing (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of an Operating System?

Controlling the execution of application programs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common drawback of Batch Operating Systems?

Lack of interaction between user and job (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Time Sharing Operating Systems?

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

Why is the CPU often idle in Batch Systems?

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

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

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