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What is the primary function of an operating system?
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?
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?
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?
In the context of operating systems, what does 'hardware maintenance' refer to?
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What role does an operating system play in relation to program execution?
What role does an operating system play in relation to program execution?
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What is one of the main purposes of an operating system according to the text?
What is one of the main purposes of an operating system according to the text?
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In the context of operating systems, what does 'convenience' refer to?
In the context of operating systems, what does 'convenience' refer to?
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Why is it important for a computer user to have an environment to execute programs?
Why is it important for a computer user to have an environment to execute programs?
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Which of the following tasks is NOT a main purpose of an operating system?
Which of the following tasks is NOT a main purpose of an operating system?
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What does the term 'ef' in the text most likely refer to regarding operating systems?
What does the term 'ef' in the text most likely refer to regarding operating systems?
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