Introduction to Operating Systems

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What is the main function of an Operating System?

  • To develop software applications
  • To act as an interface between the user and the computer hardware (correct)
  • To manage user programs efficiently
  • To control the computer's power supply

What is the role of the kernel in an operating system?

  • Providing graphical user interfaces
  • Managing user interface components
  • Optimizing network connections
  • Allowing hardware to recognize and execute programs/processes (correct)

What is a key goal of an operating system?

  • Creating complex algorithms for data processing
  • Executing user programs to facilitate problem solving (correct)
  • Enhancing hardware manufacturing processes
  • Optimizing internet browsing speed

What is the function of a bootloader in an operating system?

<p>Initiating the start-up process and loading the operating system into memory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of an operating system's directory hierarchy?

<p>Organizing and managing files and directories on the system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a computer peripheral?

<p>Monitor, keyboard, and mouse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which elements are part of the core computing unit?

<p>CPU, motherboard, and power supply (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the technical definition of a computer peripheral?

<p>Any device connected to the computing unit but not part of its core architecture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which devices are considered part of the core architecture of a computing unit?

<p>CPU, motherboard, and power supply (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the core computing unit?

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