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What is the primary function of an operating system?

To control the execution of application programs and act as an intermediary between the user and the computer hardware (correct)
To manage the computer's memory and processor
To provide a user interface for interacting with the computer
To ensure the computer's hardware is functioning properly

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the operating system's memory management component?

Determining the order in which processes are executed on the processor (correct)
Deciding which process gets memory and how much in a multiprogramming environment
Keeping track of what parts of primary memory are in use and by whom
Allocating and deallocating memory as processes request and release it

Which of the following operating system functions is responsible for deciding which process gets the processor and for how long?

User interface management
Memory management
Hardware control
Processor management (correct)

What is the primary purpose of an operating system's processor management component?

To keep track of the processor and the status of processes (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key responsibility of an operating system's memory management component?

Allocating and deallocating memory as processes request and release it (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the main layers or components of an operating system?

The main layers or components of an operating system are the kernel, shell, and system utilities. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the kernel in an operating system?

The kernel is the central component that manages the computer's resources and communication between software and hardware. Signup and view all the answers

How does the shell interact with the kernel in an operating system?

The shell acts as an interface between the user and the kernel, interpreting user commands and passing them to the kernel for execution. Signup and view all the answers

What are system utilities, and how do they relate to the operating system?

System utilities are programs that provide specific functionality and services within the operating system environment. Signup and view all the answers

How do user applications interact with the operating system layers?

User applications interact with the operating system through system calls or application programming interfaces (APIs) provided by the kernel. Signup and view all the answers