QUIZ: OPERATING SYSTEM

1. What is the primary function of an operating system?

A) Managing hardware devices

B) Running applications

C) Managing files and folders

D) All of the above

2. Which component of the operating system is responsible for managing the execution of
processes?

A) Memory management

B) File system management

C) Process management

D) Device management

3. What is the role of a bootloader in the booting process?

A) Allocating memory to processes

B) Loading the operating system into memory

C) Managing file systems

D) Handling device drivers

4. Which type of operating system allows only one user to run one program at a time?

A) Single-user, single-tasking

B) Single-user, multi-tasking

C) Multi-user, single-tasking

D) Multi-user, multi-tasking
5. What is the function of a device driver in an operating system?

A) Managing memory resources

B) Handling communication between devices and the operating system

C) Allocating CPU time to processes

D) Providing a user interface

6. Which component of the operating system is responsible for managing files and directories?

A) File system

B) Kernel

C) Shell

D) Registry

7. Which of the following is an example of an operating system?

A) Microsoft Word

B) Adobe Photoshop

C) Windows 10

D) Google Chrome

8. What is the purpose of virtual memory management in an operating system?

A) Enhancing the performance of the CPU

B) Providing additional storage space for files

C) Allowing processes to use more memory than physically available

D) Preventing unauthorized access to memory

9. Which component of the operating system provides a graphical or command-line interface for
users to interact with the computer?

A) Kernel

B) Device drivers

C) Shell

D) Registry

10. What is the importance of operating systems?

A) They manage computer hardware and software resources.

B) They provide a platform for running applications.

C) They ensure efficient utilization of hardware resources.

D) All of the above