5 Questions
What do computer operating systems provide for application programs?
Set of functions and links to control and synchronize computer hardware
Why did the growing complexity of hardware and application programs make operating systems a necessity?
To provide a common set of functions for application programs and control hardware
What was the situation with the earliest computers in terms of operating systems?
They lacked any form of operating system
How were programs generally debugged in the early computers?
Via a control panel using dials, toggle switches, and panel lights
What was the purpose of libraries of support code on punched cards or magnetic tape?
To be linked to the user's program to assist in operations such as input and output
Test your knowledge of computer operating systems with this quiz! Explore the functions, features, and evolution of OSes, and learn about the essential role they play in controlling and synchronizing computer hardware.
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