34 Questions
What is one of the functions provided by operating systems for user assistance?
File and directory manipulation
How do processes exchange information in an operating system environment?
Through shared memory or message passing
What is one of the ways an operating system deals with errors in the system?
By taking appropriate actions for each type of error
What is a crucial aspect of resource allocation in operating systems when multiple users are running concurrently?
Allocate resources to each user/job
How can debugging facilities enhance the system user and programmer's abilities?
By aiding in identifying and resolving errors
What type of communication involves packets moved by the operating system?
Message passing
What is the purpose of an Application Binary Interface (ABI)?
Define how different components of binary code can interface for a given operating system.
Which approach has proven successful in the design and implementation of operating systems?
Starting the design by defining goals and specifications.
What are some System goals for an operating system?
Being easy to design, implement, and maintain, as well as flexible and error-free.
What is the difference between Policy and Mechanism in operating systems?
Policy dictates what needs to be done, while Mechanism defines how to do something.
What aspect highly influences the design and implementation of an operating system?
Defining goals and specifications.
Which of the following is NOT a User goal for an operating system?
Easy to design
What is an important principle in operating systems according to the text?
Separating policy from mechanism
Which programming languages are typically used in the implementation of operating systems?
C, C++, and Perl
What is a characteristic of high-level languages when used in operating system development?
They offer easier portability but are slower
Which operating system structure is described as having a limited structuring according to the text?
Monolithic
Why is it advantageous to separate policy from mechanism in operating systems?
To allow flexibility if policy decisions change later
What type of language is typically used for the lowest levels in operating system implementation?
Assembly
What type of system services provide a convenient environment for program development and execution?
Application programs
Which system service is responsible for creating, deleting, copying, and renaming files and directories?
File management
What type of programs are typically launched by users and not considered part of the operating system?
Application programs
Which system service includes facilities like disk checking, process scheduling, error logging, and printing?
Background services
What is the primary role of a linker in the context of operating systems?
Combine object files into a single binary executable file
Which system service provides the mechanism for creating virtual connections among processes, users, and computer systems?
Communications
Not considering system calls, what is most users’ view of the operating system defined by?
System programs
Not typically considered part of the OS, which programs are run by users and launched by various methods like command line or mouse click?
Application programs
Not related to file management or language support, which system service launches at boot time and provides facilities like disk checking and process scheduling?
Background services
Not concerned with file modification or status information, what role do linkers play in modern general-purpose systems?
Load libraries as needed
Which approach do most modern operating systems take?
Hybrid approach combining multiple approaches
What is the kernel structure of Apple Mac OS X?
Hybrid, layered with Aqua UI
Which operating system uses a kernel consisting of Mach microkernel and BSD Unix parts?
macOS
What makes iOS different from macOS?
iOS can run on different CPU architectures
Which operating system is structured to have Aqua UI plus Cocoa programming environment?
macOS
How do Windows and Apple Mac OS X differ in terms of kernel structure?
Windows is purely monolithic while Mac OS X is purely microkernel
Test your knowledge on reading and writing files, creating and deleting directories, searching, listing file information, and permission management. Explore the concept of communication functions allowing processes to exchange information on the same computer or between computers over a network. This quiz is based on Operating System Concepts – 10th Edition by Silberschatz, Galvin and Gagne.
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