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Which of the following operations falls under the category of File Management system calls?
Which of the following operations falls under the category of File Management system calls?
Which of the following is NOT a function associated with Device Management system calls?
Which of the following is NOT a function associated with Device Management system calls?
What is a primary function of Process Control system calls?
What is a primary function of Process Control system calls?
Which operation is categorized under Communications system calls?
Which operation is categorized under Communications system calls?
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Which of the following combines elements from both Information Maintenance and Device Management system calls?
Which of the following combines elements from both Information Maintenance and Device Management system calls?
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What is a significant disadvantage of batch systems in operating systems?
What is a significant disadvantage of batch systems in operating systems?
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What defines multiprogramming in operating systems?
What defines multiprogramming in operating systems?
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In a multiprogrammed operating system, how does the OS manage jobs?
In a multiprogrammed operating system, how does the OS manage jobs?
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Which system provides an illusion of simultaneous execution of multiple processes?
Which system provides an illusion of simultaneous execution of multiple processes?
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What role does CPU scheduling play in a multiprogramming system?
What role does CPU scheduling play in a multiprogramming system?
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Which of the following best describes a multiprocessing operating system?
Which of the following best describes a multiprocessing operating system?
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What is a key characteristic of timesharing systems?
What is a key characteristic of timesharing systems?
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What is a common input device used in batch processing systems?
What is a common input device used in batch processing systems?
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What is the primary function of an operating system?
What is the primary function of an operating system?
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Which component of the computer system is responsible for managing hardware resources?
Which component of the computer system is responsible for managing hardware resources?
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What characterizes a batch operating system?
What characterizes a batch operating system?
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What is one of the goals of an operating system?
What is one of the goals of an operating system?
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Which of the following statements about the kernel is true?
Which of the following statements about the kernel is true?
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Which of the following best describes the role of system/application programs?
Which of the following best describes the role of system/application programs?
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What does the term 'computer system organization' refer to?
What does the term 'computer system organization' refer to?
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What is a key characteristic of users in a computer system?
What is a key characteristic of users in a computer system?
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What is the purpose of the mode bit in an operating system?
What is the purpose of the mode bit in an operating system?
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Which of the following describes the structure of MS-DOS?
Which of the following describes the structure of MS-DOS?
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What component of the UNIX operating system separates user-level programs from hardware?
What component of the UNIX operating system separates user-level programs from hardware?
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In the layered approach of operating systems, what does layer 0 represent?
In the layered approach of operating systems, what does layer 0 represent?
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Which service is NOT commonly provided by an operating system?
Which service is NOT commonly provided by an operating system?
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What happens when a system call is made in an operating system?
What happens when a system call is made in an operating system?
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Which of the following best describes the function of operating system services?
Which of the following best describes the function of operating system services?
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What is the primary advantage of a layered approach in operating system design?
What is the primary advantage of a layered approach in operating system design?
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What characterizes tightly coupled systems?
What characterizes tightly coupled systems?
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What is the primary advantage of distributed systems?
What is the primary advantage of distributed systems?
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Which of the following describes soft real-time systems?
Which of the following describes soft real-time systems?
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How is the operating system viewed from the system perspective?
How is the operating system viewed from the system perspective?
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What happens in the operating system when no processes or input devices are active?
What happens in the operating system when no processes or input devices are active?
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What defines hard real-time systems?
What defines hard real-time systems?
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What is one of the roles of an operating system as a control program?
What is one of the roles of an operating system as a control program?
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Which of the following statements best describes a network?
Which of the following statements best describes a network?
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Study Notes
Operating System Overview
- An operating system (OS) serves as an intermediary between users and computer hardware.
- OS functions include managing hardware resources, executing user programs, and controlling system operations.
- The kernel is the core component of an OS, always running and interfacing with hardware.
Goals of an Operating System
- Facilitate execution of user programs and enhance problem-solving efficiency.
- Provide convenience for computer system users.
- Optimize resource usage to avoid wastage.
Computer System Components
- Hardware: Comprises CPU, memory, and I/O devices creating the foundational computing resources.
- Operating System: Coordinates resource usage among applications and users.
- System/Application Programs: Software that utilizes system resources to solve specific user challenges (e.g., word processors, web browsers).
- Users: Include individuals and other systems interacting with the computing environment.
Types of Operating Systems
- Batch Systems: Users submit jobs offline for processing without direct interaction. Jobs are clustered by type to optimize processing.
- Multiprogrammed OS: Multiple processes in memory simultaneously to maximize CPU usage; organizes job scheduling for active execution without idleness.
- Timesharing/Multitasking OS: Similar to multiprogramming, but involves quick context switching between processes for simultaneous execution.
- Multiprocessing OS: Utilizes multiple processors for enhanced computing power, sharing resources, and operating under a unified OS.
- Distributed Systems: Interconnected systems maintaining copies of data for reliability; includes client-server and peer-to-peer architectures.
- Real-Time Systems: Time-sensitive systems categorized as soft (allowing delays) or hard (strict time enforcement required).
Operating System Perspectives
- User View: OS aims to maximize user productivity and minimize effort, simulating a dedicated processing environment.
- System View: OS serves as a resource allocator, managing resource allocation, access control, and execution monitoring to prevent conflicts and errors.
Operating System Operations
- Operate on an interrupt-driven basis, waiting for events (like I/O requests) to process.
- Dual-mode operation distinguishes between user mode and kernel mode using a mode bit for security and system integrity.
Operating System Structures
- Simple Structure (MS-DOS): Minimal modularity, prioritizes functionality and efficiency over clear abstraction layers.
- Non-Simple Structure (UNIX): Consists of system programs and a kernel with well-defined functions including CPU scheduling and memory management.
- Layered Approach: Organizes the OS into layers, each depending only on lower levels for functionality, allowing for modular design.
Operating System Services
- Provides an environment for program execution, supporting various functionalities like user interfaces (CLI, GUI), program management, and I/O operations.
- Types of System Calls: Include process control (create, terminate), file management (create, open, read), device management (request, release), communication (send, receive), and information maintenance (get/set attributes).
Summary of OS System Calls
- Process Control: End, create, execute processes; manage attributes and memory allocation.
- File Management: Operations related to file creation, deletion, and reading/writing.
- Device Management: Manage devices in terms of allocation and status.
- Communications: Establish connections and send/receive messages.
- Information Maintenance: Handle system time and data attributes for processes, files, and devices.
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Explore the vital role of operating systems as intermediaries between users and hardware. This quiz delves into OS functions, components, and their optimization goals, enhancing your understanding of computer systems.