10 Questions
What does the operating system manage in a computer system?
All of the above
Why is resource allocation by the operating system important?
To operate the computer system efficiently and fairly
What is the role of an operating system as emphasized in the text?
To control I/O devices and prevent errors in user programs
Which term is used to describe a program that manages the execution of user programs?
Control program
What does a control program primarily focus on?
Preventing errors in user programs
In what context is resource allocation particularly important?
Where many users access the same mainframe or minicomputer
What aspect of a computer system does the operating system need to manage efficiently and fairly?
I/O devices and user programs
Which resource management function is emphasized in relation to preventing errors in user programs?
I/O device control mechanisms
'An operating system is a control program' - What does this entail according to the text?
'An operating system prevents errors in user programs'
'Resource allocation is especially important where many users access the same mainframe or minicomputer' - Why is this the case according to the text?
'Many users create conflicts for resources'
Learn about the purpose and functions of operating systems, including managing computer hardware and providing an environment for program execution. Understand the internal makeup and organization of operating systems.
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