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Operating systems

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of a file system in an operating system?
    To allocate memory resources to different processes.
    To manage the organization, storage, and retrieval of files and directories.
    To monitor the CPU temperature and manage cooling systems.
    To establish network connections and manage communication protocols.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following does BIOS stand for?
    Binary Input/Output Software
    Basic Interface/Output Service
    Byte Interface/Output System
    Basic Input/Output System
    Basic Input/Output System
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of the BIOS in a computer?
    To display graphics and images on the screen
    To initialize hardware and software interfaces during startup
    To connect the computer to a network
    To run software applications
    To store and retrieve data from the hard drive
    30s
  • Q4
    Which operating system is open-source and highly customizable?
    iOS
    Mac OS
    Linux
    Windows
    30s
  • Q5
    Which operating system is known for its stability and security?
    Windows
    Mac OS
    Android
    Linux
    30s
  • Q6
    Which operating system is commonly used in smartphones?
    Android
    Linux
    iOS
    Windows
    30s
  • Q7
    Which operating system is developed by Microsoft?
    Windows
    Linux
    Chrome OS
    Mac OS
    30s
  • Q8
    Which operating system uses the NTFS file system?
    Windows
    Linux
    Chrome OS
    Mac OS
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the main difference between Windows and Linux?
    Linux is open-source, while Windows is not.
    Linux is only compatible with Apple computers.
    Windows has more software options than Linux.
    Windows is more user-friendly than Linux.
    30s
  • Q10
    Which operating system is developed by Microsoft?
    macOS
    Chrome OS
    Windows
    Linux
    30s

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