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What is the primary role of an operating system?
To act as an intermediary between the user and computer hardware
What is the common definition of an operating system?
The kernel of a computer system
What is the primary function of the operating system in terms of resource allocation?
To allocate resources to both system and application programs
What is the purpose of a scheduler in an operating system?
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What is a crucial task performed by an operating system?
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What is a necessary component of a computer system?
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What is the primary function of an operating system?
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What is the characteristic of Unix operating system that allows multiple users to run multiple programs simultaneously?
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Who developed the Linux operating system?
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What is the characteristic of Microsoft Windows and Apple Macintosh operating systems?
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What is the term used to describe a system with multiple processors?
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What is the characteristic of a real-time operating system?
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