Ultimate Quiz On Operating Systems

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    Which of the following are typical roles of an Operating System?

    • Memory Management
    • CPU management
    • Virtualising the hardware to make it easier for the user to use a computer
    • Device management
    • All of the above
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Explore the roles and types of Operating Systems in this Ultimate quiz. Test your knowledge on system software, batch processing, real-time systems, and multi-user capabilities. Ideal for learners seeking to understand essential OS functions and configurations.

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  • 2. 

    A multi-user Operating System

    • Allows many users to use the system simultaneously

    • Allows a single user to run many programs simultaneously

    • Is simpler in structure than a Single-User Operating System

    • Would have less complex memory handling techniques than a Single-User Operating System

    Correct Answer
    A. Allows many users to use the system simultaneously
    Explanation
    A multi-user operating system allows many users to use the system simultaneously. This means that multiple users can log in and access the system at the same time, performing their own tasks and running their own programs. This is in contrast to a single-user operating system, which only allows one user to use the system at a time. In a multi-user system, the operating system must be able to manage and allocate system resources, such as memory and processing power, to multiple users efficiently and fairly.

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    A time-sharing Operating System

    • Allows a single process to run at a time

    • Allows many processes to run 'simultaneously' by allotting each a time-slice

    • Can only be used on networked systems

    • None of the above is true

    Correct Answer
    A. Allows many processes to run 'simultaneously' by allotting each a time-slice
    Explanation
    A time-sharing operating system allows many processes to run 'simultaneously' by allotting each a time-slice. This means that the operating system divides the available CPU time among multiple processes, allowing them to execute in a seemingly simultaneous manner. Each process is given a small time-slice or a portion of CPU time before switching to the next process. This allows for efficient utilization of the CPU and enables multiple users or tasks to run concurrently on the system.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following is NOT system software?

    • The Operating System

    • Device Driver (eg Printer Driver)

    • Wordprocessor

    • Defrag Utility

    • Format Utility

    Correct Answer
    A. Wordprocessor
    Explanation
    A word processor is not considered system software because it is an application software used for creating, editing, and formatting documents. System software refers to the programs that manage and control the computer's hardware and provide a platform for running applications, such as the operating system, device drivers, defrag utility, and format utility.

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    In which of the following situations would a batch processing Operating System be ideal?

    • A hospital's emergency ward system

    • A payroll system

    • A bomb-disposal robot

    • An automatic pilot system

    • A home PC

    Correct Answer
    A. A payroll system
    Explanation
    A batch processing operating system would be ideal for a payroll system because it involves processing large amounts of data at once, such as calculating salaries and deductions for a large number of employees. The batch processing system can handle these tasks efficiently by grouping them into batches and executing them sequentially, without the need for immediate user interaction. This allows for automated and streamlined processing of payroll data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in salary calculations.

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    In which of the following situations would a real time Operating System be absolutely necessary?

    • In a payroll system

    • In a mailing list

    • In an automatic pilot system

    • In a system producing credit card bills

    • In all of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. In an automatic pilot system
    Explanation
    In an automatic pilot system, a real-time operating system would be absolutely necessary because it requires immediate and precise responses to changing conditions in order to ensure the safety and efficiency of the aircraft. Real-time operating systems are designed to handle time-critical tasks and provide predictable and deterministic behavior, making them essential in situations where timely and accurate responses are crucial.

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