Operating System Operations and Dual-Mode Operation Quiz

System Protection and Mode Bit

• Kernel mode allows the operating system to protect itself and other system components.
• The mode bit provided by hardware is used to differentiate between kernel mode and user mode.

System Calls

• When a system call is made, the operating system switches from user mode to kernel mode.
• This switch allows the operating system to execute privileged instructions and access protected resources.
• The system call interface provides a way for user-mode applications to request services from the operating system.

Test your knowledge of operating system operations and dual-mode operation with this quiz. Learn about user mode, kernel mode, system calls, and the role of the mode bit in distinguishing between user code and kernel code.