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M1 - Applied OS

APPLIED OPERATING SYSTEM / IT0035

QuestionAnswer
Which is not an example of storage device? Keyboard
File-server is an example of client-server computing True
This refers to a non-interactive user interface, where the user specifies all the details of the batch job in advance to batch processing, and receives the output when all the processing is done. Batch-Based OS
Users are the one who utilize a computer or network service trying to solve different problems. True
A type of OS where the user has no direct interaction with the computer. Batch OS
Operating system ______ and coordinates the use of the hardware among the various application programs for the various users. controls
Execute user programs and make solving user problems difficult is one of the goals of OS. False
Time-sharing is also known as multitasking. True
_________ is a defense of the system against internal and external attacks. Security
OS must have the capability to load a program into memory and execute that program. True
User can use computer even without an operating system. False
A type of multiprocessing in which a boss processor controls the system and the other processors either look to the boss for instructions or have predefined tasks. Asymmetric
Cloud services offered are available via the Internet. Public Cloud
Asymmetric clustering has one machine in hot-standby mode. True
______ operation allows OS to protect itself and other system components. Dual mode
Buffer is a region of memory used to permanently hold data while it is being moved from one place to another. False
In computer system organization, one or more CPUs, device controllers connect through common ____ providing access to shared memory. bus
Some instructions designated as privileged, only executable in kernel mode True
A computer system is made up of various components such as hardware and software. True
A __________ is a way for programs to interact with the OS. System Call
_____is a program that loads and starts the boot time tasks and processes of an OS. Bootloader
Also known as parallel-system or multicore. Multiprocessor System
_____interrupt is a signal created and sent to the CPU that is caused by some action taken by a hardware device. HardWare
OS is an interrupt driven environment. True
It is a signal emitted by hardware or software when a process or an event needs immediate attention. Interrupt
This refers to the part of an OS, or device that allows a user to enter and receive information. User Interface
Distributed system is also known as tightly coupled system. False
It is the central part of an OS which manages system resources and is always resident in memory. Kernel
__________ is a program that acts as an interface or intermediary between the computer user and computer hardware Operating System
Which is not an example of application software? Windows 10
The operating system should be able to detect _____ within the computer system and take the appropriate action. errors
Cloud computing is an example of distributed system True
Refers to computing on handheld smartphones and tablet computers Mobile
Buffer is a region of memory used to temporarily hold data while it is being moved from one place to another. True
Each device controller does not have local buffer False
The I/O devices and the CPU both execute concurrently. True
It is a collection of physically separate, possibly heterogeneous computer systems that are networked to provide users with access to the various resources that the system maintains. Distributed Systems
_____interrupt arises due to illegal and erroneous use of an instruction or data Software
Execute user programs and make solving user problems easier is one of the goals of OS. True
Which is not an example of system software? MS word
Distributed systems use ______ central processors to serve multiple real-time applications and multiple users. multiple
In Asymmetric multiprocessing, all processors are considered peers. False
A type of computing where one or more computers connect to a central computer to share or use resources Client-server
Android is an example of Handheld OS. True
Kernel acts like bridge between application and computer hardware. True
________Operating System is an OS intended to serve real-time systems/applications that process data as it comes in, mostly without buffer delay. Real Time
_________Operating System is built exclusively for a mobile device. Handheld
A type of multiprocessing in which each processor performs all tasks within the operating system. All processors are peers and no boss-worker relationship. Symmetric
Parallel systems are also known as __________-coupled systems Tightly
Software Interrupt arises due to illegal and erroneous use of an instruction or data. True
In computer system organization, the I/O devices and the CPU both execute one at a time. False
Refers to computing on handheld smartphones and tablet computers. Mobile Computing
Bootloader is a program that loads and ends the boot time tasks and processes of an OS. False
Time-sharing OS creates an interactive environment. True
A type of computing environment where all nodes are considered peers. Peer-to-peer
The main memory is central to the operation of a modern computer system. True
A type of interrupt handling in which the OS sends signal to each devices asking if they have a request. Polling
The device controllers use a/n ________ to inform the CPU that I/O operation is completed. interrupt
Software as a service(SaaS) provides one or more applications available via the Internet True
Private cloud runs by a company for that company’s own use. True
A visual way of interacting with a computer using items such as windows, icons, and menus, used by most modern operating systems. Graphical User Interface
These are used to solve user computing problems such as word processors and business programs Application Programs
Using the computer hardware in an efficient manner is one of the goals of OS. True
Dual-mode operation allows OS to protect itself and other system components. True
A software-generated interrupt caused either by an error or a user request is called _______________________ Trap
Platform as a service(PaaS) provides software stack ready for application use via the Internet. True
The user of a Batch Operating System has direct interaction with the computer. False
In computer system operation, each device controller has a local buffer. True
An operating system that provides services across the network. Windows Server
Kernel is the first program that loads after the bootloader. True
Computer user is one of the components of computer system. True
This refers to CPU, memory, and I/O devices Hardware
_______ Operating System runs on a server and provides the server the capability to manage data, users, groups, security, applications, and other networking functions. Network
The OS is not responsible for reading and/or writing data from I/O devices such as disks, tapes, printers, keyboards, etc. False
This refers to a text-based type of user interface. Command Line Interface
It alerts the processor temporarily to a high priority process requiring interruption of the current working process and then return to its previous task. Interrupt
A portion of main memory is dedicated to OS True
It is the central part of an OS which manages system resources and is always resident in memory. Kernel
Increased throughput means increasing the number of processor, expect to get more work done in more time. False
UNIX is an example of Network OS. True
The OS manages the different computer resources such as CPU time, memory space, file storage space, I/O devices, etc. and allocates them to different application programs and users. True
A software that controls and coordinates the use of the hardware among the various application programs for the various users. Operating System
Google Apps and Dropbox are examples of SaaS. True
Operating system controls and coordinates the use of the hardware among the various application programs for the various users. True
In program execution, the OS must have the capability to load a program into ________ and execute that program. Memory
Operating systems made available in source-code format which has copyleft is called __________________ Open-source OS
Distributed system is also known as loosely coupled system. True
Hardware interrupt is a signal created and sent to the CPU that is caused by some action taken by a software. False
_______ is a region of memory used to temporarily hold data while it is being moved from one place to another. Buffer
A type of interrupt handling in which the requesting device sends interrupt to the operating system. Vectored Interrupt System
It is a technology that allows OS to run as applications within other operating system. Virtualization
It is a type of computing that delivers computing, storage and even applications as a service across a network Cloud Computing
_________ is any mechanism for controlling access of processes or users to resources defined by the OS. Protection
Infrastructure as a service is a type of cloud computing service in which servers or storage are available over the Internet. True
Cold boot is also known as reboot or reset. False
Operating system is what type of software? System
In computer system organization, one or more CPUs, device controllers connect through common bus providing access to shared memory. True
Cloud refers to servers that are accessed over the Internet True
Real-time systems are used when there are time requirements or constraints like missile systems. True
Windows 10 is an example of hand-held operating system. False
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