12 Questions
What is the primary function of an operating system?
To manage computer resources and allocate them to users and applications
Which of the following is not one of the five fundamental control objectives of an operating system?
Protect users from the environment
Which of the following is used to approve all actions that a user attempts during a session?
Access token
Which of the following threats to operating system integrity involves exploiting security flaws?
Browsers of OS
What is the first line of defense against unauthorized access to an operating system?
Log-on procedure
Which component of an operating system's security controls determines who can access the system and what actions they can take?
Policies and procedures
What is the purpose of Anti Viral Software mentioned in the text?
To detect and prevent computer viruses
What is the main purpose of System Audit Trail Controls?
To detect unauthorized access and reconstruct events
What risk is associated with Internet networks according to the text?
Interception of network messages
What does IP Spoofing involve according to the text?
Modifying IP Address to gain unauthorized access without revealing identity
What is the purpose of Keystroke Monitoring mentioned in the text?
Recording users' keystrokes and system responses
What is the main objective of Auditing Networks according to the text?
Detecting unauthorized access and reconstructing events
This quiz covers the basics of operating systems, including the control program, sharing of computer resources, objectives such as translating high-level languages and managing job scheduling, and fundamental control objectives.
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