Introduction to Operating Systems
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What is the main function of an Operating System (OS)?

  • Execute system programs
  • Run application programs
  • Manage the computer hardware (correct)
  • Act as a bridge between users and hardware
  • Which components of a computer system are illustrated in the diagram provided?

  • CPU, Application programs, System programs, Memory
  • CPU, Memory, I/O devices, Programs
  • Software, Hardware, Users, OS
  • Hardware, OS, Application programs, Users (correct)
  • What is the role of System software (System Programs) according to the text?

  • Manage computer resources
  • Interact with users
  • Run application programs
  • Directly modify or command computer hardware (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a widely used operating system mentioned in the text?

    <p>Chrome OS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the Operating System operate in relation to the computer hardware?

    <p>Above the computer hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Word processors used for?

    <p>Creating and editing document files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of software is a web browser like Mozilla Firefox classified as?

    <p>Application software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does an operating system play in the context of using application software like MS Word?

    <p>Managing computer hardware and acting as an intermediary between the user and hardware</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would accessing hardware components directly, without an operating system, be cumbersome?

    <p>Each operation requires a certain number of complex instructions individually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage offered by the operating system when a user interacts with application software like MS Word?

    <p>Reducing the need for user intervention in hardware operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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