10 Questions
What is the main function of an operating system (OS)?
Manage computer hardware and software resources
What is the role of time-sharing operating systems?
Schedule tasks for efficient use of the system
In the personal computer market, which operating system holds a dominant market share?
Microsoft Windows
Which sector dominates in the usage of Linux distributions as of September 2023?
Server and supercomputing sectors
What is the dominant share in the mobile sector (including smartphones and tablets) as of September 2023?
Android's share at 68.92%
What type of operating system allows more than one program to run concurrently?
Multi-tasking operating system
Which type of multitasking relies on each process to provide time to the other processes in a defined manner?
Cooperative multitasking
Which type of operating system extends the basic concept of multi-tasking with facilities that identify processes and resources belonging to multiple users?
Multi-user operating system
What type of operating system manages a group of distinct, networked computers and makes them appear to be a single computer?
Distributed operating system
Which type of operating system is designed to operate on small machines with less autonomy, such as PDAs?
Embedded operating system
Test your knowledge of operating system fundamentals, including hardware and software resource management, task scheduling, and system services. Explore the role of an operating system in managing computer programs and resources.
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