Operating System Components

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What is the primary function of the protection system in a computer?

To enforce security mechanisms and control access to system resources (correct)
To manage file storage and retrieval
To allocate memory to running programs
To manage input and output operations

What is the main purpose of the cache in a computer system?

To facilitate communication between processes
To provide a temporary storage for input and output operations (correct)
To provide permanent storage for data
To manage the allocation of system resources

What is the role of the process management component in a computer system?

To enforce security protocols and access control
To provide a interface for device management
To create, terminate, and manage processes (correct)
To manage the allocation of memory to programs

What is the primary function of the main memory in a computer system?

To provide a temporary storage for rapid access to data (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the file system in a computer?

To organize and manage data storage on a disk (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the input/output system in a computer?

To facilitate communication between the system and external devices (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of devices can systems operate on?

Computers, mobile devices, and others (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of open-source systems?

They can be modified by anyone (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why might a computer come with a system already installed?

For convenience and ease of use (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a difference between open-source and closed-source systems?

One is modified by a corporation, the other by a community (D) Signup and view all the answers

Can a user change the system on their computer?

Yes, at any time (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an open-source system?

Linux (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a good System Operating like Windows 10?

To administer the computer's resources efficiently (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Windows 10 accessories?

They are small and perform one or two tasks (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Windows 10 desktop?

To display icons and access applications (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can you open the Calculator in Windows 10?

Using the command 'calc' in the Run dialog box (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Run dialog box in Windows 10?

To execute commands and open applications (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is a System Operating like Windows 10 essential for a computer?

To allow the computer to function (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the shortcut to open a new window of the File Explorer?

Ctrl + N (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the 'Ctrl + W' shortcut in the File Explorer?

Closes the current window of the File Explorer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Ctrl + F' shortcut in the File Explorer?

Focuses the search box (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happens when you press 'Ctrl + Shift + N' in the File Explorer?

Creates a new folder (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the 'Alt + Flecha izquierda' shortcut in the File Explorer?

Inspects the previous folder (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Windows + E' shortcut?

Opens a new window of the File Explorer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum score required for a student to be considered as using the operating system efficiently?

4 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a student not creating a structure of folders according to the model presented?

The student is considered as a user with minimal skills (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected behavior of a student who has a good score in the evaluation?

They execute searches of all types efficiently (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of a student not submitting their activities on the specified date?

They do not meet the punctuality criteria (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main criterion for evaluating a student's use of the operating system?

Uso del sistema operativo (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the score range for a student who is considered as having an insufficient score?

2-3 (B) Signup and view all the answers