Understanding the purpose and functionality of operating systems

• What is an operating system in a computer system?

  Software managing hardware resources
• The file management function of an operating system organizes files and directories on storage
• The graphical user interface of an operating system allows users to interact with the computer using a visual
• What type of interface does a user utilize to interact with a computer through an operating system?

  GUI or CLI
• The choice of operating system depends on the specific hardware, user requirements, and intended use case.


  True
• An embedded operating system is designed for specific hardware
• An operating system manages the hardware and software resources of a computer system.


  True
• What is the role of resource management in an operating system?

  Allocates system resources
• The core functionality of an operating system includes managing hardware resources
• Match the embedded operating system with its example:

  VxWorks ↔️ Real-Time Operating System

  Microsoft Windows Embedded ↔️ Industrial equipment

  Google Android ↔️ IoT devices
• What type of interface does an operating system provide for user interaction?

  Graphical or command-line
• What role does an operating system play between the user and the computer's hardware?

  Intermediary
• Resource management in an operating system ensures efficient utilization of hardware resources like CPU and memory.


  True
• What are two key features of a server operating system?

  Reliability and security
• A server operating system is optimized for server hardware.


  True
• Match the operating system type with its key feature:

  Mobile OS ↔️ Touch-based interface

  Server OS ↔️ Robust security

  Embedded OS ↔️ Minimal resource requirements
• The operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer's hardware
• What is the primary purpose of process management in an operating system?

  Controls program execution
• Google Android is an example of a mobile operating system.


  True
• Resource management in an operating system includes allocating CPU, memory, storage, and I/O devices.


  True
• Match the operating system function with its description:

  Resource Management ↔️ Allocates system resources

  User Interface ↔️ Provides interaction platform

  File Management ↔️ Organizes files and directories

  Process Management ↔️ Controls program execution
• What is the primary purpose of an operating system in managing a computer system?

  Manage hardware and software resources
• A mobile operating system is optimized for touch-based devices
• What type of interface does a mobile operating system use?

  Touch-based
• What is a key feature of a desktop operating system?

  Graphical user interface
• Main functions of an operating system in order of resource allocation to user interaction:

  1️⃣ Resource Management

  2️⃣ File Management

  3️⃣ Process Management

  4️⃣ User Interface
• A graphical user interface (GUI) is the only type of user interface provided by operating systems.

  False
• What type of operating system is commonly used in smartphones?

  Mobile OS