Operating Systems and Components Quiz

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Which of the following is true about an operating system?

It acts as an interface between the user and the computer hardware.
It is a program that manages computer resources.
It controls the execution of user programs.
All of the above. (correct)

What is the main goal of an operating system?

To execute user programs.
To control the execution of user programs.
To manage computer resources efficiently. (correct)
To act as an interface between the user and the computer hardware.

What are the components of an operating system?

Resource allocator and control program. (correct)
Interface and execution manager.
Interface and resource manager.
Resource manager and execution controller.

What is the role of a bootloader in the Windows operating system?

To load the operating system into memory during startup. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of disk partitions in an operating system?

To organize and allocate space on a hard drive. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines an ecosystem?

A natural unit consisting of all plants, animals, and microorganisms in an area functioning together with all the non-living physical factors of the environment. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Arthur Tansley, an ecosystem is a system that arises from the integration of which factors?

Both living and non-living factors of the environment. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of a natural ecosystem?

Aquarium (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of ecosystems based on their location?

Terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the size range of an ecosystem?

As small as a puddle. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Operating System (OS)

A software that manages a computer's hardware and resources, providing a platform for applications to run.

OS's Main Goal

To efficiently manage the computer's resources, including memory, storage, and CPU time.