Computer Utilities and Security Software Quiz

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What is the primary function of device drivers in an operating system?

To control and manage the operation of computer hardware (correct)

To perform arithmetic and logical operations

To provide a user interface for application software

To manage virtual memory and process scheduling

Which type of software is responsible for performing regular virus checks and maintaining system security?

Database management system

Virus checker (anti-virus software) (correct)

Word processor

Spreadsheet application

Why is it important to regularly defragment a hard disk drive (HDD)?

To remove temporary files and free up RAM

To increase the available storage space on the HDD

To improve data access time by consolidating fragmented files (correct)

To update the operating system with the latest security patches

What is the purpose of backing up files regularly?

To ensure data recovery in case of hardware failure or accidental deletion Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an operating system manages the allocation and usage of hardware resources?

System software (kernel) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of heuristic checking in anti-virus software?

To analyze the behavior and patterns of unknown programs for potential threats Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an operating system's memory management component?

To manage the primary storage (RAM) and move data between RAM and HDD/SSD during program execution Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an operating system is responsible for ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data?

Security management Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of device drivers in an operating system's hardware peripheral management?

To communicate with all input and output devices using device drivers Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an operating system is responsible for maintaining directory structures and file naming conventions?

File management Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of multitasking in an operating system?

To carry out more than one task at a time and share hardware resources Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the bootstrap loader in the operating system startup process?

To load the necessary part of the operating system into RAM and execute it during startup Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of interrupts in an operating system?

To signal the microprocessor to temporarily stop its current task and handle a specific event or condition Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an operating system is responsible for managing user accounts and their access rights?

Security management Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of buffers in an operating system?

To temporarily store data during input/output operations Signup and view all the answers

Which component of an operating system is responsible for handling user interactions and providing a graphical user interface (GUI)?

Human-Computer Interface (HCI) Signup and view all the answers

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