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OS module 1 quiz

OS module 1 quiz

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Presentation

Computers

University

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Archana Chaugule

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34 Slides • 27 Questions

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Open Ended

Why do you think understanding the services provided by an operating system is important for users and processes?

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary objective when studying operating systems?

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To describe the basic organization of computer systems and operating systems.

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To learn programming languages.

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To design computer hardware.

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To study network protocols.

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a component of a modern computer as described in the slides?

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Main memory

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Printers

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Operating System

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Disks

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Multiple Select

Select all the goals of an Operating System from the options below.

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Control and execute user/application programs

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Make the computer system convenient to use

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Increase the cost of hardware

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Use the computer hardware efficiently

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Open Ended

Explain how the operating system acts as an intermediary between the user and computer hardware. Provide examples from the slides.

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following services is NOT provided by an Operating System?

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Facilities for program creation

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Program execution

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Access to I/O and files

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Internet connection

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Open Ended

Why is it important to understand Operating Systems when writing user applications?

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a basic component of a computer system?

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Hardware

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Operating System

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System & Application Programs

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Network Switch

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Open Ended

Explain how the hierarchical view of a computer system (as shown in the diagram) helps in understanding the relationship between users, applications, operating system, and hardware.

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Multiple Select

Select all the components that interact directly with the operating system in the static view of system components.

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Users

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System and application programs

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Computer hardware

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Database system

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Multiple Choice

Which layer in the computer system is responsible for providing utilities to application programs?

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Computer Hardware

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Operating-System

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Utilities

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End Use

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Open Ended

Discuss how the needs of users influence the design and functionality of operating systems, based on the points mentioned in the slide.

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the three classical views of an operating system mentioned in literature?

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Resource Manager

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Control Program

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Command Executer

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Virtual Machine

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Open Ended

Explain how the Resource Manager view of an operating system manages conflicting resource requests and ensures efficient and fair resource allocation.

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Multiple Choice

Based on the diagram, which components are managed by the operating system as a resource manager?

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Processor, Memory, I/O Controllers, Storage

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Processor, Printer, Keyboard, Digital Camera

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Programs and Data, Storage, Printers

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I/O Devices, Communication Channels, Users

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Multiple Choice

Which operating system is associated with the concept of 'Virtual machine'?

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IBM VM

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DEC RSX

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IBM MFT/MVT

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MIT Multics

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of a Command Executer in an operating system?

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It manages hardware resources directly.

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It interfaces between users and the machine, supplies utilities, and provides a CLI for user commands.

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It is responsible for memory management only.

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It is a type of application program.

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Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered Command Executer oriented operating systems?

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IBM AIX

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IBM VM/CMS

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Windows NT

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Linux

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Open Ended

Explain how the concept of a virtual machine enhances the functionality of an operating system.

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Open Ended

Compare and contrast the interfaces provided by hardware and operating systems as depicted in the diagram.

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Multiple Choice

Based on the diagram, what are the main components managed by the kernel?

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Scheduler, Disk Driver, Envelope, Storage Manager

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Processes, Devices, Application Programs, Hardware

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CLI, Shell, Utilities, Services

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Virtual Machine, Layer, Level, Ring

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Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson, which aspect of operating systems would you like to explore further or found most intriguing?

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an initial objective when learning about operating systems?

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To describe the basic organization of computer systems and operating systems.

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To give an overview of the many types of computing environments.

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To explore varied types of operating systems.

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To learn programming languages.

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