Operating System Structures and Components Quiz
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Which of the following is a correct operating system structure?

  • Monolithic
  • Single processing
  • Kernel (correct)
  • Multiprocessing
  • What is the main function of the kernel in an operating system?

  • Organizes data in an effective manner and is tuned to the specific characteristics of the device
  • Provides an interface for users of an operating system which allows access to the services of a kernel
  • Manages the computer resources and allows other programs to run and use these resources (correct)
  • Requests service from the operating system based on the monolithic kernel or the microkernel
  • Which of the following is an open-source operating system?

  • Ubuntu Linux (correct)
  • Windows Phone
  • iOS
  • Windows 10
  • What does an operating system primarily do?

    <p>Manages computer resources and allows execution of programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component acts as the 'heart' of most computer operating systems?

    <p>Kernel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main part of the operating system?

    <p>Kernel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an open-source operating system?

    <p>Linux</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic function of an operating system?

    <p>Execute user programs to make solving user problems easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Select the purpose of a system call in Operating System:

    <p>Program can request a service from an operating system’s kernel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does function application software do?

    <p>Help the user run specific tasks like word processors or web browsers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do smartphones need operating systems?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an operating system?

    <p>Execute user programs and make solving user problems easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the operating system is responsible for managing memory?

    <p>Kernel function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of an operating system's kernel?

    <p>Improve CPU performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes an open-source operating system?

    <p>An open-source operating system allows developers to access and modify its source code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function does an operating system perform in relation to peripherals?

    <p>Act as an interface between hardware and application programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of the operating system?

    <p>Improve CPU performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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