Question 1

What is an operating system?

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Software that manages computer hardware and software resources

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A type of computer software used for word processing

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The physical components of a computer system

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The main circuit board of a computer

Question 2

What is the role of a file system in an operating system?

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To organize and manage files and directories

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To provide a graphical user interface

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To execute programs

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To control the computer's hardware resources

Question 3

What is the role of a shell in an operating system?

Accepted Answer

To provide a command-line interface for user interaction

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To manage computer hardware resources

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To store and retrieve files

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To execute programs

Question 4

What is the function of a scheduler in an operating system?

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To manage the execution of processes

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To control hardware resources

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To provide a user interface

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To store and retrieve files

Question 5

What is a kernel in an operating system?

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The core component that handles essential functions

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A hardware component

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A graphical user interface

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A type of computer virus

Question 6

What is virtual memory in an operating system?

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A memory management technique that uses disk space as an extension of RAM

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A type of computer processor

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A storage device used for long-term data retention

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A network protocol for remote file access

Question 7

What is the role of a device driver in an operating system?

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To facilitate communication between hardware devices and the operating system

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To provide a user interface

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To execute programs

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To manage files and directories

Question 8

What is the boot process in an operating system?

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The initialization process that occurs when a computer is turned on

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A technique for optimizing memory usage

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A method for shutting down a computer

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A process for installing software updates

Question 9

What is the purpose of an interrupt in an operating system?

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To signal the CPU that a specific event has occurred and requires immediate attention

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To store and retrieve files

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To control the flow of data between hardware devices

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To provide a user interface for executing commands

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