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What is the primary function of an operating system?
What is the primary function of an operating system?
Which of the following describes a CUI?
Which of the following describes a CUI?
What type of operating system is Windows classified as?
What type of operating system is Windows classified as?
What major task does the operating system perform regarding security?
What major task does the operating system perform regarding security?
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How are operating systems categorized based on user interface?
How are operating systems categorized based on user interface?
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Study Notes
Operating Systems
- Operating systems are the most important system software on a computer
- Every general-purpose computer must have an operating system
- Operating systems perform basic tasks like input/output, keeping track of files & directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices like printers
- For large systems, the operating system has even greater responsibilities and powers
- It's like a traffic policeman that ensures that different programs and users running at the same time do not interfere with each other
- Operating systems are responsible for security and ensuring that unauthorized users do not access the system
Classification of Operating Systems
- Operating systems can be classified based on these two principles:
- Based on the model of the user
- Single User Operating System
- Multi User Operating System
- Based on the User Interface
- Graphical User Interface Operating System (GUI)
- Based on the model of the user
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of operating systems, including their importance as system software for computers and their basic tasks. It also explores the classification of operating systems based on user models and user interfaces. Test your knowledge on the key responsibilities of operating systems and their functions.
