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Which of the following is NOT a service provided by an Operating System?

  • Program execution
  • Web browsing (correct)
  • Resource allocation
  • Error detection

    • An operating system is not involved in managing the communication between a program and its input/output devices.

    False

    What does a process include in its execution context?

    A process includes the complete execution context, including loading a program into memory, handling execution and providing mechanisms for synchronization, communication and deadlock handling.

    A file system is organized into _________ for easy navigation and usage.

    <p>directories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is not an example of storage media?

    <p>RAM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically considered process scheduling information?

    <p>Scheduling algorithms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An operating system does not manage resource allocation.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A soft boot always clears the RAM to zero.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following file system services with their corresponding function:

    <p>Create file = Interface to create new files Delete directory = Interface to remove existing directories Backup file system = Interface to create the backup of file system Read a file = Allows program to read data from a file</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of starting a computer called?

    <p>booting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of an I/O subsystem?

    <p>The I/O subsystem's main function is to manage communication between hardware devices and software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A computer's start-up sequence that starts the operating system when it is turned on is called the ______ sequence.

    <p>booting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the booting type with its description:

    <p>Hard Boot = Occurs when electrical power to the CPU is switched from off to on Soft Boot = Occurs without cutting the power to the CPU Rebooting = Restarting the computer Boot Sequence = Initial operations computer performs when it is switched on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a boot loader?

    <p>Execute code found in the system's memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All computer systems require a noticeable boot sequence to perform their basic function when turned on.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Besides loading an OS, what else can the boot process load?

    <p>a storage dump program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a mechanism used for message passing?

    <p>Mutexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thread-safe code can cause data corruption when accessed by multiple threads concurrently.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes code that is not properly synchronized for concurrent access that may lead to data corruption?

    <p>Thread-unsafe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To prevent race conditions, concurrent access to shared resources must be ______.

    <p>synchronized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Mutual Exclusion = Preventing race conditions by controlling access to shared resources Concurrency Control = Techniques to manage concurrent access in database systems Thread Safety = Code that can be accessed by multiple threads without causing issues Scalability = Ability of a system to handle increasing workloads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a benefit of using concurrency?

    <p>Improved performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of device drivers within an operating system?

    <p>They enable the operating system to control and utilize hardware peripherals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    System libraries are primarily responsible for managing network connections and data transmission.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Managing concurrency effectively does not require synchronization and coordination

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one function that utilities within an operating system perform.

    <p>disk management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name three synchronization primitives used to facilitate coordination between concurrent threads or processes

    <p>locks, semaphores, mutexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The _________ protocol suite is a component of networking in operating system.

    <p>TCP/IP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following security mechanisms with their function:

    <p>User authentication = Verifies the identity of a user Access control = Determines what resources a user can access Encryption = Transforms data into an unreadable format Firewall protection = Monitors and filters network traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Security component in an operating system?

    <p>To provide user authentication, access control, and protection against malware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a batch operating system?

    <p>Users submit jobs offline, and jobs with similar needs are grouped together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a time-sharing operating system, the processor's time is shared among multiple users simultaneously.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All operating systems have identical implementations and features across different platforms.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Give an example of a utility used for disk management that is found in operating systems?

    <p>Disk Cleanup</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary disadvantage of batch systems related to CPU utilization?

    <p>CPU is often idle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Time-sharing systems are designed to minimize the ______.

    <p>response time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following operating system types with their key characteristics:

    <p>Batch OS = Programs grouped into batches and offline, with no direct user interaction Time-sharing OS = processor time shared among multiple users simultaneously Distributed OS = Uses multiple central processors for multiple applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a typical example of an application where a batch operating system might have been used?

    <p>Processing monthly payroll systems for a company.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a calculating device developed before 1900?

    <p>ENIAC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Time-sharing systems have an increased risk in data security and integrity compared to other operating systems

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of time-sharing operating systems?

    <p>quick response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    First-generation computers used transistors as their main electronic component.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What programming language was used with first-generation computers?

    <p>Machine language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main electronic component used in second-generation computers was the ______.

    <p>transistor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which computer was developed by Eckert and Mauchly?

    <p>UNIVAC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Second-generation computers were larger and generated more heat than first generation computers.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which materials are transistors made of?

    <p>Semiconductor material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the computer generation with their main electronic component:

    <p>First Generation = Vacuum tube Second Generation = Transistor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Computer Generations

    • The modern computer evolved from the 16th century.
    • Early computers underwent significant improvements in speed, accuracy, size, and cost.

    Computer Components

    • Vacuum Tube: Controls electron flow in a vacuum, used in switches, amplifiers, radios, and televisions.
    • Transistor: Controls electricity flow in devices, acts as an amplifier or switch.
    • Integrated Circuit (IC): Silicon chip containing circuit elements (transistors, resistors, etc.).
    • Microprocessor: Component containing the CPU and its circuits, found in integrated circuits.
    • Central Processing Unit (CPU): The "brain" of the computer, responsible for processing and operations.
    • Magnetic Drum: Cylinder storing data.
    • Magnetic Core: Stores information in arrays of small rings.
    • Machine Language: Computer language using binary digits (low-level).
    • Memory: Stores data, information, and programs.
    • Artificial Intelligence: Creates intelligent machines and behaviors.

    Computer Generations (Period and Hardware)

    Generation Period Evolving Hardware
    First 1940s - 1950s Vacuum Tube Based
    Second 1950s - 1960s Transistor Based
    Third 1960s - 1970s Integrated Circuit Based
    Fourth 1970s - Present Microprocessor Based
    Fifth Present - Future Artificial Intelligence Based

    Mechanical Calculators

    • Abacus (ca. 2700 BC)
    • Pascal's Calculator (1652)
    • Stepped Reckoner (1694)
    • Arithmometer (1820)
    • Comptometer (1887) and Comptograph (1889)
    • Difference Engine (1822)
    • Analytical Engine (1834)
    • The Millionaire (1893)

    First Generation Computers (1940-1956)

    • Used vacuum tubes, were heavy and large.
    • Not very reliable; programming was tedious using low-level languages and no operating systems (OS).
    • Primarily used for calculations, storage, and control.
    • Consumed significant electricity.
    • Examples: ENIAC, EDVAC, UNIVAC.

    Second Generation Computers (1956-1963)

    • Replaced vacuum tubes with transistors.
    • More reliable, smaller, and less heat generating.
    • Used high-level programming languages (e.g., FORTRAN, ALGOL, COBOL).
    • Examples: PDP-8, IBM 1400 series, IBM 7090 and 7094, UNIVAC 1107, CDC 3600.

    Third Generation Computers (1964-1971)

    • Featured integrated circuits (ICs).
    • Increased speed and reliability.
    • Smaller size and improved memory efficiency.
    • High-level programming languages became more common (e.g., BASIC).
    • Example: IBM 360, IBM 370, PDP-11, NCR 395, B6500, UNIVAC 1108.

    Fourth Generation Computers (1971-2010)

    • Used very large-scale integration (VLSI) circuits, leading to the microprocessor.
    • Microprocessors enabled smaller, more powerful computers.
    • More user-friendly with multitasking capabilities.
    • Increased capacities with the advancement of transistors and chips.
    • Developed technologies such as increasingly efficient integrated circuits.
    • Examples: IBM PC, STAR 1000, APPLE II, Apple Macintosh, Alter 8800, etc.

    Fifth Generation Computers (2010-Present)

    • Based on artificial intelligence (AI).
    • Enables computers to perform tasks similar to humans.
    • Applications like voice recognition, medicine, and games are prevalent.
    • Characterized by high speed, minimal size, and wide application areas.

    Sixth Generation (Future Generations)

    • Potential contenders include quantum computers and nanotechnology.
    • Significant development required before widespread adoption.
    • Interfacing may change, possibly emphasizing voice, VR, or AR.

    Introduction to Operating Systems

    • An operating system (OS) manages computer resources and provides services for applications.
    • Acts as an interface between user and hardware.
    • Supports fundamental functions like memory management, task scheduling, and peripheral control.

    Computer System Components

    • Computer users: the people who utilize the system.
    • Application softwares: help users conduct different activities.
    • System software: more complex software close to the hardware.
    • Computer hardware: includes monitor, keyboard, CPU, disks, memory, etc.

    Operating System Examples

    • Windows: Popular, commercial OS with multiple versions.
    • Linux: Unix-based, open-source, popular OS.
    • macOS: Unix-based, developed by Apple.

    Mobile Operating Systems

    • iOS: Created by Apple, designed primarily for Apple devices.
    • Android: Based on Linux kernel, primarily for touchscreen devices.

    Operating System Functions

    • Process management: Manages running programs.
    • I/O device management: Controls input and output devices.
    • File management: Organizes and manages files.
    • Network management: Controls networking functions.
    • Main memory management: Controls RAM use.
    • Secondary storage management: Controls external storage.
    • Security management: Protects system resources.

    Important Tasks for Operating Systems

    • Command-line interpreter system.
    • System performance control.
    • Job accounting.
    • Error detection.
    • Coordination between other software and users.

    Operating System Functions (Details)

    • Process Management: Manages processes; allocates resources (CPU, memory, I/O) efficiently to avoid conflicts.
    • Memory management: Allocates and deallocates memory; includes virtual memory for more space than physical memory.
    • File system management: Organizes files and directories on storage devices; manages file permissions and access control.
    • I/O management: Facilitates input/output (I/O) operations; handles devices and minimizes delays.
    • User interface: Provides ways for users to interact with the system (Command Line interface (CLI)or Graphical User Interface (GUI)).
    • Security: Protects system resources; includes authentication, encryption, access control, malware detection, and auditing mechanisms.
    • Networking: Facilitates communication between computers and devices; includes network protocols and configuration tools.
    • Error handling and recovery: Handles and recovers from errors without disrupting the overall system operation.

    Types of Operating Systems

    • Batch operating system: Manages tasks in batches without user interaction.
    • Time-sharing operating system: Enables multiple users and tasks to share the system's resources concurrently.
    • Distributed operating system: Multiple processors manage tasks amongst themselves.
    • Network operating system: Connects various computers and devices in a network (LAN or other networks); manages resources like data, access, and applications.
    • Real-time operating system (RTOS): Controls and responds quickly to external events.

    Advantages and Disadvantages

    • Add the pros and cons of each operating system discussed before.

    Components of Various Operating Systems

    • Kernel: The core of the OS; manages system resources.
    • Graphical User Interface (GUI): Visual interface (e.g., icons, menus) for user interaction.
    • Command-line interface (CLI): Text-based interface for direct commands.
    • File system: Manages the organization, storage, and retrieval of files.
    • Device drivers: Enables communication between hardware devices and the OS.
    • System libraries: Reusable code modules for applications.
    • Utilities: Independent programs for administrative and maintenance tasks.
    • Networking: Protocols, services, and configurations for network communication.
    • Security: Features for security and data protection from unauthorized access, etc.

    Booting in Operating Systems

    • Booting: The startup sequence for a computer system.

    • Cold Booting: The first time a computer starts.

    • Warm Booting: Rebooting a computer.

    • Boot Sequence: A process of operating system initialization involving several steps: (1) Powering on (2) BIOS loads (3) POST(Power On Self Test) (4) Operating system loading (5) System Configuration (6) System Utilities (7) User Authentication(if required)

    Concurrency

    • Concurrency: The ability of a system to execute multiple tasks (programs or processes) concurrently (at the same time or in overlapping increments).
    • Benefits of Concurrency: Improved performance, greater responsiveness, increased scalability to handle more work.
    • Threads vs. Processes: Threads are light-weight units of tasks within a process, while processes are independent units each with its address space.

    Synchronization

    • Techniques like locks, semaphores, or monitors manage access to shared resources.
    • Synchronization primitives (used in various programming languages or operating systems) regulate access to shared resources in a concurrent setting to prevent possible problems like race conditions or deadlocks.

    Thread Safety

    • Thread-safe code properly manages and controls access by concurrent tasks to avoid data corruption or inconsistencies.
    • Thread-unsafe code can produce problems when accessed simultaneously by more than one thread.

    Concurrency Control

    • Management tools for concurrent access to shared resources, typically found in database systems, using techniques like concurrency control protocols, transaction management, and isolation levels.

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