Operating Systems Basics Quiz

Some important functions of an operating system include security measures to protect user data, control over system performance by monitoring system health, and preventing unauthorized access to programs and user data.

An Operating System (OS) is an interface between a computer user and computer hardware. It is a software that performs basic tasks like file management, memory management, process management, handling input and output, and controlling peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers.

The operating system monitors overall system health to help improve performance and records the response time between service requests and system response.

<p>The operating system uses password protection and other techniques to protect user data. It also prevents unauthorized access to programs and user data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An operating system performs tasks such as file management, memory management, process management, handling input and output, and controlling peripheral devices like disk drives and printers.</p> Signup and view all the answers