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OPERATING SYSTEM MCQs

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Question 11.

BIOS stands for

  1.    Better Input Output System
  2.    Basic Input Output system
  3.    Best input Output System
  4.    Basic input Output Series
  5.    None of the above
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> Basic Input Output system
Question 12.

Cold boot is done when

  1.    power switch of computer is turned ON
  2.    power switch of computer is turned OFF
  3.    computer crashes
  4.    a CD-ROM is inserted into the drive
  5.    None of the above
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> power switch of computer is turned ON
Question 13.

Which of the following key combination will perform the warm boot of computer?

  1.    Ctrl - Shift – Del
  2.    Ctrl – Alt – Delete
  3.    Alt - Shift – Enter
  4.    Spacebar - Shift - Enter
  5.    None of the above
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option B. -> Ctrl – Alt – Delete
Question 14.

DOS stands for

  1.    Drive Out System
  2.    Dry Out System
  3.    Disk Operating System
  4.    Disk Output System
  5.    None of these
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option C. -> Disk Operating System
Question 15.

Which of the following operating system is also known as single user operating system?

  1.    Windows
  2.    Linux
  3.    Unix
  4.    (1) and (2)
  5.    DOS
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option E. -> DOS
An operating system (OS) is a software that manages a computer's hardware resources and provides common services for computer programs. An OS can be categorized based on its functionality and structure. One way to categorize OS is based on the number of users it can support simultaneously. Based on this, an OS can be classified as a single-user operating system or a multi-user operating system.
A single-user operating system is an OS that supports only one user at a time. In this type of OS, the computer can be used by only one user, and all system resources are dedicated to that user. Here are some of the features of a single-user operating system:
  • The user has complete control over the system.
  • The user can install and run any application.
  • The user can modify system settings.
  • There is no need for security measures to protect data from other users.
DOS, which stands for Disk Operating System, is an example of a single-user operating system. It was popular in the 1980s and 1990s and was used on IBM-compatible personal computers. Here are some of the reasons why DOS is a single-user operating system:
  • DOS supports only one user at a time. When the computer is turned on, it boots directly to the DOS prompt, which is a command-line interface.
  • DOS does not have built-in security features to protect data from other users. All files and directories are accessible to the user who is currently logged in.
  • DOS does not have multi-tasking capabilities, which means that only one program can run at a time.
In conclusion, the correct answer to the question is E. DOS.
Question 16.

Which of the following is the last version of DOS being marketed separately?

  1.    DOS 3.11
  2.    DOS 3.36
  3.    DOS 6.22
  4.    DOS 7.22
  5.    DOS 4.11
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option C. -> DOS 6.22
Question 17.

The main difference between Windows and DOS is the ability to

  1.    multitask
  2.    speed up
  3.    run a programme
  4.    run without power 
  5.    None of these
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> multitask
Question 18.

Which of the following is a step in the process of cold booting?

  1.    Shutting oft the power switch
  2.    Waiting for ten seconds
  3.    Turning it back on
  4.    All of the above
  5.    None of the above
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option D. -> All of the above
Question 19.

Multiprocessing means

  1.    two or more central processing units within a computer system
  2.    two or more programs running at once
  3.    two or more input devices connected to a single computer system
  4.    two or more tasks carried out by a single computer system
  5.    None of the above
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option A. -> two or more central processing units within a computer system
Question 20.

Execution of two or more programs by a single CPU is -known as

  1.    multi-processing (2) time sharing
  2.    multi-programming
  3.    multi-user
  4.    None ot these
 Discuss Question
Answer: Option C. -> multi-user
Multi-user is the term used to describe a system in which multiple users can access the same computer system at the same time. This system is commonly found in corporate networks, educational institutions, and other large organizations. The main advantage of this system is that it allows multiple users to access the same resources, such as files and applications, without having to manage and maintain separate systems for each user.

Definition:
Multi-user: Multi-user is a system in which multiple users can access the same computer system at the same time.

Explanation:
Multi-user is different from the other options in that it does not involve the execution of multiple programs by a single CPU. It is simply a system that allows multiple users to access the same computer system at the same time. The main advantage of this system is that it allows multiple users to access the same resources, such as files and applications, without having to manage and maintain separate systems for each user.

Multi-processing and Time Sharing:
Multi-processing and time sharing are two related concepts. Multi-processing is the simultaneous execution of multiple programs by a single CPU. Time sharing is a form of multi-processing in which multiple users can simultaneously access the same computer system. Time sharing is commonly used in corporate networks, educational institutions, and other large organizations.

Multi-programming:
Multi-programming is the execution of multiple programs by a single CPU. It is a form of multi-processing in which multiple programs are loaded into the CPU's memory at the same time. The CPU then switches between the programs, executing each one in turn. The advantage of multi-programming is that it allows multiple programs to be executed simultaneously, thus increasing overall system performance.

Conclusion:
From the above explanations, it is evident that the correct answer is option C - Multi-user. Multi-user is the term used to describe a system in which multiple users can access the same computer system at the same time. It is different from multi-processing and time sharing in that it does not involve the execution of multiple programs by a single CPU. Additionally, it is different from multi-programming in that it does not involve the loading of multiple programs into the CPU's memory at the same time.

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