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What are the three main features of an operating system?
Which characteristic does NOT typically describe having an operating system on a PC?
Which option is a characteristic feature of the Unix Operating System?
In comparing Graphical User Interface (GUI) and Command Line Interface (CLI), which statement about ease of use is accurate?
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What does GUI stand for?
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What principle does the Shortest Process First Scheduling Algorithm primarily focus on?
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When does the First Come First Served scheduling algorithm select a process to run?
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Which of the following users would best be classified as an end-user in terms of interface interaction?
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Study Notes
Operating Systems
- Operating systems manage both hardware and software resources.
Operating System characteristics
- Concurrency allows multiple processes to run simultaneously.
- Sharing enables resources to be shared between processes.
- Long-term storage provides a persistent storage mechanism for data and programs.
Unix Operating System Characteristics
- Open-source code allows for collaboration and customization.
- Multitasking enables multiple processes to run concurrently.
- Portability allows the system to run on different hardware platforms.
User Interfaces
Graphical User Interface (GUI)
- Ease of use: Intuitive and user-friendly, with visual elements like icons and menus.
- Functionality: Provides a wide range of functionality through visual interactions.
- Processing Power: Typically requires more processing power compared to command-line interfaces.
Command Line Interface (CLI)
- Ease of use: Requires learning specific commands and syntax, making it less user-friendly.
- Functionality: Provides a powerful and efficient way to execute commands and manage the system.
- Processing Power: Generally uses less processing power.
User Types
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End-user: General users interacting with the system for everyday tasks.
- Example: A student writing a document.
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Programmer: Develops and maintains software applications.
- Example: A programmer writing code for a software project.
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Operational user: Maintains and manages system infrastructure.
- Example: A network administrator monitoring network performance.
GUI Characteristics
- Graphical User Interface (GUI): A user-friendly interface with visual elements like icons, menus, and windows.
- Easy Navigation: Intuitive and easy to navigate with visual cues.
- Visual Feedback: Provides visual feedback for user actions.
- Drag and Drop Functionality: Allows for easy manipulation of objects.
User Interface Selection
- Email about Network Condition: GUI (for sending emails) or CLI (for complex network monitoring)
- Online Book Ordering: GUI (for navigating a website and making purchases).
Scheduling Algorithms
First Come First Served (FCFS)
- How it works: The oldest process (based on arrival time) in the ready queue is selected next to run.
- Example: A queue at a cashier, where the first person in line is served first.
Shortest Process First (SPF)
- Principle: The process with the shortest running time (burst time) is selected to run next.
- Activation: When the current running process finishes.
- Actions: The process with the shortest running time is selected from the ready queue.
- Example: A system with multiple tasks of varying lengths, where the shortest task is executed first.
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Description
Explore the fundamentals of operating systems, including their characteristics and user interfaces. Understand the differences between Graphical User Interfaces and Command Line Interfaces, as well as the specific traits of Unix systems. This quiz will test your knowledge on resource management and system functionality.
