Operating Systems Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a component of a computer system?

  • Resource Management (correct)
  • Kernel
  • Interrupts
  • Operating System

What is the purpose of transitioning from user mode to kernel mode?

  • To provide a user-friendly interface
  • To allow multiple processes to run simultaneously
  • To enhance system performance
  • To protect the system from unauthorized access (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a computing environment where operating systems are used?

  • Refrigerators
  • Smartphones (correct)
  • Washing machines
  • Microwaves

What is the term used to describe operating systems that can be modified and distributed freely?

<p>Free and open-source operating systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of interrupts in a computer system?

<p>To handle external events (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key function of an operating system?

<p>Resource management (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe operating systems that are freely available for modification and distribution?

<p>Open-source operating systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of interrupts in a computer system?

<p>To handle external events (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the general organization of a computer system?

<p>Input, processing, output (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of transitioning from user mode to kernel mode?

<p>To prevent unauthorized access to system resources (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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