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Operating System Introduction: Main Purposes

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What is the primary function of an operating system?

To design computer hardware

To conduct hardware maintenance

To manufacture computer programs

To provide a user-friendly environment for program execution (correct)

Why is it necessary for an operating system to exist?

To prevent program execution

To increase hardware complexity

To allow users to run programs conveniently on computer hardware (correct)

To create computer hardware

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of an operating system?

To provide an interface for users to interact with hardware

To manufacture computer hardware (correct)

To manage computer resources

To schedule programs for execution

In the context of operating systems, what does 'hardware maintenance' refer to?

Ensuring the physical components of a computer are functioning correctly Signup and view all the answers

What role does an operating system play in relation to program execution?

Providing an environment for program execution Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main purposes of an operating system according to the text?

To execute programs on computer hardware Signup and view all the answers

In the context of operating systems, what does 'convenience' refer to?

User-friendly interface for program execution Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for a computer user to have an environment to execute programs?

To utilize the capabilities of computer hardware Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tasks is NOT a main purpose of an operating system?

Develop software applications Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'ef' in the text most likely refer to regarding operating systems?

Efficiency Signup and view all the answers