Operating Systems
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An operating system manages ______ memory and the input/output (I/O) devices

secondary

An operating system utilizes ______ resources of one or more processors

hardware

An operating system involves software and files that are installed on a computer so that it can ______ and execute programs

boot

The OS technically controls the hardware and coordinates its use among the various programs for various ______

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

Operating systems are generally constructed to effectively support the development, testing, and implementation of new system ______

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An operating system makes a computer ______ to use.

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An operating system allows computer resources to be utilized in an ______ manner.

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The following can be considered as the ______ of an operating system.

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

An operating system manages ______ memory and the input/output (I/O) devices.

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The OS technically controls the hardware and ______ its use among the various programs for various users.

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Operating system's role

Manages computer hardware and software resources to allow users to run programs efficiently.

OS manages

Controls and allocates memory and I/O devices.

OS utilizes

Uses hardware resources from processors and other components.

OS software

Software enabling programs to run on a computer.

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OS functionality

Performs operations essential for running operations and software.

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OS aim

Facilitates computer use, efficiently manages resources, and supports new applications.

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OS convenience

Makes the computer easier and more user-friendly to use.

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OS efficiency

Optimizes the use of computer resources.

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OS objectives

Goals of an operating system, encompassing convenience and efficient resource management.

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Secondary Memory

Non-volatile storage (like hard drives) managed by the OS.

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OS control

The OS's ability to manage hardware access.

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OS coordination

The OS's ability to control and allocate hardware among competing processes.

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OS booting

The process of loading the operating system into memory.

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Computer utilization

How effectively computer resources are used.

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Operating system

Software that manages computer hardware enabling software to run.

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Study Notes

Operating System Functions

  • An operating system manages computer memory and the input/output (I/O) devices.
  • An operating system utilizes the resources of one or more processors.
  • An operating system involves software and files that are installed on a computer so that it can run and execute programs.
  • The OS technically controls the hardware and coordinates its use among the various programs for various users.
  • Operating systems are generally constructed to effectively support the development, testing, and implementation of new system applications.
  • An operating system makes a computer easy to use.
  • An operating system allows computer resources to be utilized in an efficient manner.
  • The key features of an operating system include managing memory, controlling hardware, and coordinating its use among programs.
  • The OS manages computer memory and the input/output (I/O) devices.
  • The OS controls the hardware and coordinates its use among the various programs for various users.

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Test your knowledge of operating systems and their functions with this quiz! Learn about the objectives and functions of operating systems, including how they utilize hardware resources, manage memory and I/O devices, and provide services to system users.

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