Operating System Functions: Process, Memory, and File Management

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In Linux, what is the symbol used to denote the root directory?

  • \
  • Root
  • / (correct)
  • C:\

What is the primary function of device drivers in an Operating System?

  • To manage device communication (correct)
  • To provide a user interface
  • To manage memory allocation
  • To manage file system hierarchy

In Windows, what is the notation used to represent the root directory of a drive?

  • /
  • \
  • C: (correct)
  • Root

What is the primary function of the Operating System's Security and Access Control component?

<p>To protect against malware and unauthorized access (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the graphical interface used in personal computers, tablets, and smartphones?

<p>Graphical User Interface (GUI) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Linux, what is the directory that comes immediately after the root directory?

<p>Boot (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an Operating System's Device Management component?

<p>To manage device communication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the text-based interface where users input commands to operate the computer?

<p>Command-Line Interface (CLI) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an Operating System's File System Management component?

<p>To manage file system hierarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Windows, what is the directory that contains program files?

<p>C:\Program Files (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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