69 Best Operating System Questions and Answers (Q&A) - ProProfs Discuss

Is there any "Do Not Disturb" mode in Mac OS? If yes, then how can I activate it?

M. Porter, Senior Executive
Answered: Jun 27, 2019

People are wondering if there is a “Do Not Disturb Option” on Mac. There is one that you can turn on when you can. Make sure that you will open the System Preferences. You can do this...Read More

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What statements are true of Linux?

_PC_
Answered: Apr 25, 2024

Cannot modify the source code for profit

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What is the difference between GRUB and LILO?

Bergeront Tiffney, Computer Engineer
Answered: Jul 13, 2020

As you are aware that there are a lot of software programs that can be used to boot the operating system of a computer, GRUB or Grand Unified Bootloader and LILO are just two of these software...Read More

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What is the difference between Android and BlackBerry?

Yashu Dhiman, Content Writer
Answered: Oct 04, 2020

It’s now a reality that without a mobile phone, one cannot keep up in this fast-changing world because smartphones are a necessity for everyone; smartphones have conquered the world and...Read More

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What is the difference between QNX and VxWorks?

N. Kingsley, Writer
Answered: Jul 27, 2020

QNX and VxWorks are real-time operating systems that perform different functions. They mainly used in industrial and academic environments. The main difference is the architecture they are based...Read More

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What is the difference between Operating System and Kernel?

E. Barnes, Professional Gamer
Answered: Mar 12, 2020

An operating system is a software on which a computer runs. Without an operating system, a system would not be able to function, just like a body with no life. It also gives the chance to make...Read More

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What is the difference between GNU and Unix?

L. Brett, Sales Manager
Answered: Mar 30, 2020

GNU, or otherwise known as “not Unix” is an operating system and an extensive array of computer software. GN{U is derived from free software, most of which is licensed under the GNU...Read More

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What is the difference between Mac and Windows?

C. Perez, Writer
Answered: Oct 13, 2020

Mac and Windows are both computer systems but use different operating systems. The two operating systems being used by these two computer systems are products of two different companies. While...Read More

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What is the difference between Kubuntu and Debian?

W. Kaye, Ex-Marine
Answered: Mar 17, 2020

Ubuntu is a free and open-source Linux distribution, which is based on Debian. Debian, on the other hand, is a popular and cost-free computer operating system that uses the Linus Kernel and other...Read More

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What is the difference between Vista Ultimate and Vista Business?

E.Emily
Answered: Nov 10, 2020

Windows Vista, created by Microsoft, is the replacement of Windows XP. It is an operating system that boasts six marketing editions and claims to match or be compatible with every personality of...Read More

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What is the difference between Fat32 and NTFS?

Elena Sheldon, Director of research
Answered: Jul 13, 2020

Fat32 or File Allocation System 32 was developed by Marc McDonald and Bill Gates. The older creation of File Allocation system was created to be used by hard disks with capacities equal or less...Read More

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What is the difference between GCC and CC Compiler?

M. Pollock, Photographer
Answered: Jun 18, 2020

CC is the name that is given to UNIX Compiler Command. This is the type of default compiler that you will have when you would like to make sure that your operating system is working properly. GCC...Read More

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What is the difference between Preemptive and Non-Preemptive Scheduling in Operating Systems?

J. Harty, Writer
Answered: Apr 13, 2020

Preemptive and Non-Preemptive Scheduling in Operating Systems are two ways by which processes are run when the CPU scheduler allows a task to CPU. Preemptive scheduling is a type that occurs when...Read More

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What is the difference between MBR and GPT Partition?

Jori , Writer
Answered: Nov 03, 2020

Foremost, understand that the full meaning of MBR is Master Boot Record, whereas GPT means GUID Partition Table. The two were developed by Intel as a means of loading the operating systems for their...Read More

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What is the difference between Internal Fragmentation and External Fragmentation?

T. Perez
Answered: May 20, 2020

Fragmentation is a process that occurs in computer memory. The difference between internal fragmentation and external fragmentation is that an internal fragmentation fixed-sized memory blocks are...Read More

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