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What is the fundamental responsibility of an operating system?

Allocating resources to programs (correct)

Managing computer hardware

Acting as an intermediary between the user and hardware

Providing a basis for application programs

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a computing environment where operating systems are used?

Smartwatches

Automobiles

Home appliances

Television sets (correct)

What does the text describe as an amazing aspect of operating systems?

Acting as an intermediary between the user and hardware

Managing a computer's hardware

Creating a well-delineated portion of the system

Varying in accomplishing tasks (correct)

What does the text suggest is important to understand first in order to explore the role of an operating system in a modern computing environment?

The organization and architecture of computer hardware Signup and view all the answers

What is described as a well-delineated portion of the operating system in the text?

Carefully defined inputs, outputs, and functions Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the operating system in a computer system?

Controlling the hardware and coordinating its use among the various application programs for the various users Signup and view all the answers

How can a computer system be viewed in terms of its components?

Hardware, software, and data Signup and view all the answers

What analogy does the text use to explain the role of an operating system?

A government providing an environment for other programs to work Signup and view all the answers

According to the user's view of the computer system, what is the goal for a system designed for one user to monopolize its resources?

Maximizing user's work (or play) Signup and view all the answers

What components does the operating system provide the means for proper use of in the operation of the computer system?

Hardware and software resources Signup and view all the answers