10 Questions
What is the main goal of an operating system?
To execute user programs and make solving user problems easier
Which component is considered as the kernel in an operating system?
The one program running at all times on the computer
What does the computer system structure define?
The ways in which the system resources are used to solve the computing problems of the users
Which service is NOT provided by operating systems?
Web development
What is one of the services provided by operating systems for program execution?
Load a program into memory and run that program
What is the main role of the kernel in an operating system?
Executing user programs and solving user problems
Which one of the following is NOT a service provided by operating systems?
Database systems
In the context of operating systems, what does the term 'System Program' refer to?
Programs that ship with the operating system
What is the primary objective of an operating system's memory management?
Allocate memory and manage the data stored in it
In the context of an operating system, what is the significance of protection and security?
Safeguarding the computer system from unauthorized access and malicious activities
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of operating systems, including process management, CPU scheduling, deadlocks, memory management, I/O systems, protection, and security. It also explores the role and goals of operating systems in computer systems.
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