Facts about Operating Systems
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- Q1What is the function of an operating system?Store files and dataManage computer resources and provide an interface for user interactionConnect to the internetRun applications30s
- Q2What is the purpose of a device driver in an operating system?Facilitating communication between the operating system and hardware devicesManaging system memoryRunning applicationsProviding internet connectivity30s
- Q3What is the booting process of an operating system?Shutting down the computerLoading the operating system into memory and initializing the systemConnecting to a networkInstalling software applications30s
- Q4What is the purpose of a file system in an operating system?Providing internet connectivityRunning applicationsManaging system memoryOrganizing and managing files and directories on storage devices30s
- Q5What is a GUI in the context of operating systems?Graphical User InterfaceGeneral Utility InterfaceGlobal User InteractionGraphical Utilization Interface30s
- Q6Which operating system is known for its penguin mascot?Mac OSLinuxWindowsAndroid30s
- Q7Which operating system was created by Apple Inc?AndroidLinuxWindowsMac OS30s
- Q8Which operating system is the most widely used in mobile devices?WindowsMac OSAndroidLinux30s
- Q9Which operating system is known for its 'Start' menu?LinuxMac OSWindowsAndroid30s
- Q10Which application in macOS is a powerful photo editing tool?KeynoteGarageBandPhotoshopiTunes30s