System Software and Operating System Fundamentals Quiz

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What are the two basic types of software mentioned in the text?

Programming software and System software
Application software and System software (correct)
Application software and Networking software
Utility software and System software

How does the operating system help manage resources?

By managing application software resources
By managing user interface resources
By managing processor, memory, storage, hardware, and peripheral devices (correct)
By managing internet resources and network devices

What is one of the objectives of the boot process mentioned in the text?

To help the computer start up (correct)
To organize file directories
To manage system updates
To optimize processor performance

How is system software categorized?

By the type of device they are installed in (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the operating system provide for users to interact with the computer?

A means for users to interact with the computer (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the most common types of operating systems mentioned in the text?

Windows, Mac OS, and Linux (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Task Manager in system maintenance utilities?

Checks nonresponsive programs and lists all programs in use with their status (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Ease of Access Center in accessibility utilities?

It is for users with special needs (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the operating system help manage resources such as the processor, memory, storage, hardware, and peripheral devices?

By allocating and optimizing resources for efficient use (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does the operating system interact with application software?

By providing an interface for applications to utilize system resources (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are the main features of the Windows interface?

Taskbar, Start menu, and File Explorer (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the operating system help the computer start up?

By loading essential system files and initializing hardware components (A) Signup and view all the answers

What utility programs are included in system software and what do they do?

Task Manager, Disk Cleanup, and System Restore; they perform various system maintenance tasks (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the operating system help me keep my computer organized?

By providing file management tools and organizing data storage (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an Operating System (OS)?

Manage computer hardware, coordinate applications and CPU, and schedule tasks (B) Signup and view all the answers

Where are Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) commonly used?

TV sky cameras, cars, and medical equipment (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which operating systems are examples of Mainframes and Network OSs?

Windows Server, Linux, and Unix (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the top three operating systems for personal computers?

Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux (open source) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of virtual memory in an Operating System?

Store unused instructions on the hard drive to avoid swapping when RAM reaches capacity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is included in system software apart from the operating system?

Firewall, antivirus, and file-compression utilities (D) Signup and view all the answers

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Understanding System Software Operating System Fundamentals

Operating System (OS) is a group of programs that control computer functions, including utility programs for system maintenance and compression.
OS manages computer hardware, coordinates applications and CPU, and schedules tasks.
OS is categorized by the devices they are installed in, such as robots, mainframes, network computers, mobile devices, and personal computers.
Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) are designed for machinery performing repetitive tasks and require minimal user interaction, commonly used in TV sky cameras, cars, and medical equipment.
Mainframes and Network OSs manage multiple users and multitasking, examples include Windows Server, Linux, and Unix.
The top three operating systems for personal computers are Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux (open source), with Windows 8 being optimized for touch screen and cloud-based.
Operating Systems for Mobile Devices are dominated by Android and allow multitasking.
The OS coordinates and directs the flow of data and information.
The user interface enables interaction with the computer and can be command-driven, menu-driven, or graphical.
Processor management in OS performs multiple tasks at once, arranges execution of activities, and handles events like keystrokes and mouse clicks.
Virtual memory is used when RAM reaches its capacity, and it stores unused instructions on the hard drive to avoid swapping.
The boot process loads the operating system into RAM, and utility programs included in system software are firewall, antivirus, and file-compression utilities.