Operating System Concepts Quiz
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What is the primary goal of an operating system?

  • Control the computer hardware
  • Execute user programs and make solving user problems easier (correct)
  • Minimize the use of system resources
  • Maximize the computer's speed

    • What is the role of memory management in an operating system?

  • Allocate and deallocate memory space as needed (correct)
  • Control the speed of the computer
  • Manage the input/output devices
  • Handle user authentication

    • What aspect of computing environments does the operating system handle?

  • Networking protocols
  • Database management
  • Software development
  • Resource allocation (correct)

    • What is the purpose of protection and security in an operating system?

    <p>Safeguard the system against unauthorized access and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does process management involve in an operating system?

    <p>Scheduling and execution of processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of an operating system?

    <p>To execute user programs and make solving user problems easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a major component of operating systems?

    <p>Process Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of memory management in an operating system?

    <p>To optimize the use of computer memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes distributed systems as a part of operating system concepts?

    <p>They involve multiple interconnected computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fundamental purpose of protection and security in an operating system?

    <p>To safeguard system resources and prevent unauthorized access</p> Signup and view all the answers

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