Question 1

C : denotes a(n) ________ directory that is at the top of the filing structure of a computer.
A) sub
B) cluster
C) root
D) domain

Accepted Answer

The root directory is the highest level directory in a file system and is denoted by a forward slash (/) in Unix-based systems and by the letter C in Windows-based systems. It contains all other directories and files in the file system.

Question 2

MacOS is the operating system developed by ________.
A) Apple
B) Microsoft
C) Google
D) Linux

Accepted Answer

MacOS is a proprietary operating system developed and owned by Apple Inc.

Question 3

An application programming interface (API) is ________.
A) the code the application software needs in order to interact with the CPU
B) the code to interface between an application and a peripheral like a printer
C) the currently active part of an application
D) the code to interface between an application and RAM

Accepted Answer

A

Question 4

Most smartphones use operating systems developed by ________.
A) Google and Apple
B) Apple and Microsoft
C) Microsoft and Google
D) Symbian and Apple

Accepted Answer

The two most popular smartphone operating systems are Android, developed by Google, and iOS, developed by Apple. Therefore, the best choice is A, as it includes both Google and Apple. There are some smartphones that use operating systems developed by Microsoft, but they are not as widely used as Android and iOS. Symbian was a popular smartphone operating system, but it is no longer being developed or used by major smartphone manufacturers.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a type of user interface?
A) Command-driven
B) Application programming interface (API)
C) Menu-driven
D) Graphical user interface (GUI)

Accepted Answer

Application programming interface (API) is not a type of user interface, it is a set of protocols, routines and tools for building software applications. The other options are all types of user interfaces - command-driven, menu-driven and graphical user interface (GUI).

Question 6

The ________ of the operating system enables users to communicate with the computer system.
A) window
B) modem
C) network adapter card
D) user interface

Accepted Answer

The user interface is the part of the operating system that allows users to interact with and control the computer system. It includes various graphical elements like icons, menus, and windows that make it easier for users to access and execute various programs and applications. The other options, window, modem, and network adapter card, do not directly enable users to communicate with the computer system.

Question 7

Which of the following is the first step in the boot process?
A) The BIOS is activated.
B) The BIOS checks that all devices are operational.
C) The OS is loaded into RAM.
D) Configuration and customization settings are checked.

Accepted Answer

The first step in the boot process is the activation of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System), which initializes and starts the hardware components of the computer.

Question 8

Which of the following two operating systems are used most frequently on tablets?
A) Windows and iOS
B) Windows and Android
C) Android and iOS
D) BlackBerry and Windows

Accepted Answer

Android and iOS are the two most commonly used operating systems on tablets, with Android having the largest market share and iOS being the second most popular option. Windows and BlackBerry have a significantly smaller market share in the tablet market.

Question 9

The location of a file is specified by its ________.
A) domain
B) file path
C) file type
D) file extension

Accepted Answer

The file path specifies the location of a file within a computer's file system. It typically consists of a series of folders or directories separated by a delimiter, such as a forward slash (/) or backslash (\), that lead to the file's location. Domain is typically used to refer to a website's address or name, file type refers to the format of the file (e.g. .jpg, .pdf), and file extension is the suffix at the end of a file name that indicates its format or type.

Question 10

Which of the following is the online storage system affiliated with a Microsoft account?
A) iCloud
B) Chrome
C) OneDrive
D) iOS

Accepted Answer

OneDrive is an online storage system specifically affiliated with a Microsoft account, while iCloud is affiliated with an Apple ID, Chrome is a web browser, and iOS is an operating system for Apple devices.

Question 11

Most supercomputers use the ________ operating system.
A) UNIX
B) Linux
C) Windows
D) iOS

Accepted Answer

Linux is the preferred operating system for supercomputers due to its stability, flexibility, and open-source nature. UNIX is also commonly used, but it is a proprietary operating system that can be expensive to license. Windows and iOS are not typically used for supercomputers because they are not open-source and are not optimized for high-performance computing.

Question 12

All of the following are examples of network operating systems EXCEPT ________.
A) Windows 10
B) Linux
C) macOS
D) MS-DOS

Accepted Answer

MS-DOS is not a network operating system, but rather a single-user operating system that predates modern network technology. Windows 10, Linux, and macOS are all examples of modern network operating systems.

Question 13

When using Windows File Explorer, which view provides the most information at a glance?
A) List
B) Content
C) Tiles
D) Details

Accepted Answer

The Details view in Windows File Explorer provides the most information at a glance as it displays various columns of information, such as the name, size, type, and date modified of each file or folder. This makes it easier to sort and organize files based on specific criteria. The List view is also a good option, but it doesn't display as much information as the Details view. The Content and Tiles views are more visual and provide less information compared to the Details view.

Question 14

The basic input/output system (BIOS) is stored on a ________ chip.
A) ROM
B) CPU
C) RAM
D) CMOS

Accepted Answer

BIOS is stored on a ROM (read-only memory) chip, which is a non-volatile memory that can only be read from, but not written to.

Question 15

Each device attached to your computer has a special program called a(n) ________ that enables the device and operating system to communicate with each other.
A) device driver
B) translator
C) interpreter
D) device configurator

Accepted Answer

A device driver is a specialized program that enables the device to communicate with the operating system. This allows for the device to be used properly by the computer. The other choices (translator, interpreter, and device configurator) do not accurately describe the role of a device driver.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a capability of UNIX?
A) It is multiuser.
B) It is multitasking.
C) It is a network OS.
D) It is only for supercomputers.

Accepted Answer

UNIX was originally designed for minicomputers, and has since been adapted to work on a wide range of hardware, including personal computers. Therefore, it is not only for supercomputers.

Question 17

The two major types of system software programs are utility programs and the ________.
A) supervisor programs
B) application software
C) user interface
D) operating system

Accepted Answer

The two major types of system software programs are utility programs and the operating system. Utility programs are designed to perform specific tasks such as file compression, disk cleanup, and virus scanning. The operating system, on the other hand, is the main system software that controls and coordinates the activities and sharing of resources of the computer system. It provides a platform for running application software and interacts with hardware components such as the CPU, memory, and input/output devices. Supervisor programs, user interfaces, and application software are all subsets of system software and do not encompass the entire system software category.

Question 18

All of the following are terms related to part of the boot process EXCEPT ________.
A) ROM
B) CMOS
C) RAM
D) USB

Accepted Answer

ROM and CMOS are both types of memory used during the boot process, while RAM is volatile memory that is not specifically used during boot. USB is a type of external storage device that may be used during or after the boot process, but it is not directly related to the boot process itself.

Question 19

Using hard disk space to temporarily store data or instructions from RAM is referred to as the ________.
A) spool
B) interrupt sequencer
C) compressor
D) virtual memory

Accepted Answer

Using hard disk space to temporarily store data or instructions from RAM is known as virtual memory.

Question 20

Which of the following is a proprietary OS for desktop and laptop computers?
A) Windows
B) iOS
C) Android
D) Linux

Accepted Answer

Windows is a proprietary operating system developed and owned by Microsoft Corporation specifically for desktop and laptop computers. iOS is a proprietary operating system developed by Apple Inc. for mobile devices such as iPhones and iPads. Android is an open-source operating system developed by Google for mobile devices. Linux is an open-source operating system that runs on a wide range of hardware, including desktop and laptop computers, but it is not proprietary.

Quiz 5: System Software: the Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

C : denotes a(n) ________ directory that is at the top of the filing structure of a computer.

MacOS is the operating system developed by ________.

An application programming interface (API) is ________.

Most smartphones use operating systems developed by ________.

Which of the following is NOT a type of user interface?

The ________ of the operating system enables users to communicate with the computer system.

Which of the following is the first step in the boot process?

Which of the following two operating systems are used most frequently on tablets?

The location of a file is specified by its ________.

Which of the following is the online storage system affiliated with a Microsoft account?

Most supercomputers use the ________ operating system.

All of the following are examples of network operating systems EXCEPT ________.

When using Windows File Explorer, which view provides the most information at a glance?

The basic input/output system (BIOS) is stored on a ________ chip.

Each device attached to your computer has a special program called a(n) ________ that enables the device and operating system to communicate with each other.

Which of the following is NOT a capability of UNIX?

The two major types of system software programs are utility programs and the ________.

All of the following are terms related to part of the boot process EXCEPT ________.

Using hard disk space to temporarily store data or instructions from RAM is referred to as the ________.

Which of the following is a proprietary OS for desktop and laptop computers?