COEN 3374 Module 1: Introduction to Operating Systems
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Which type of system does the operating system provide an environment for?

  • Enterprise resource planning systems
  • Social media platforms
  • E-commerce systems
  • Real-time systems (correct)

    • What is the role of an operating system?

  • Acting as an intermediary between user and computer hardware (correct)
  • Providing basic computing resources like CPU and memory
  • Managing computer engineering department operations
  • Developing application programs

    • What is the main function of system programs in a computer system?

  • Acting as an intermediary between user and hardware
  • Providing an environment for executing programs
  • Managing computer hardware (correct)
  • Developing compilers and editors

    • Which of the following is considered a distributed system?

    <p>Mainframe systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does an operating system interact with I/O devices?

    <p>It acts as an interface between the user and I/O devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the operating system in a computer system?

    <p>To control and coordinate the use of hardware among various application programs for users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of operating systems mentioned in the text?

    <p>UNIX and Windows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of an operating system?

    <p>To provide a convenient environment for user programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the components of a computer system according to the text?

    <p>Hardware, operating system, applications programs, users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some early input and output devices used in mainframe systems?

    <p>Card readers and tape drives</p> Signup and view all the answers

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