Operating Systems Quiz

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<p>The main functions of an operating system include managing computer hardware and software resources, providing common services for computer programs, scheduling tasks for efficient use of the system, and acting as an intermediary between programs and computer hardware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The purpose of time-sharing operating systems is to schedule tasks for efficient use of the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The operating system acts as an intermediary between programs and the computer hardware in hardware functions such as input and output and memory allocation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Devices that contain an operating system include cellular phones, video game consoles, web servers, and supercomputers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Microsoft Windows holds a dominant market share of around 75% in the personal computer market.</p> Signup and view all the answers