Question 1

____ Linux is the most common distribution of Linux.

Accepted Answer

Red Hat Linux is the most commonly used distribution of Linux, as it has a strong reputation for stability and security. It also has a large user base, which means there are many resources available for support and troubleshooting. While Debian, Mandrake, and SuSE are also popular, they are not as widely used as Red Hat.

Question 2

Each computer participating on the Internet must have an IP address.

Accepted Answer

Each computer on the internet must have a unique IP address to communicate with other devices.

Question 3

A(n)____ is a piece of software that tells the operating system how to use a specific hardware device.

Accepted Answer

A device driver is a software that enables an operating system to communicate with hardware devices. It acts as a translator between the operating system and the hardware device, allowing the OS to send commands and receive data from the device. Without device drivers, hardware devices would not work properly with the operating system.

Question 4

A ____ is merely a compressed archive of files that usually contain scripts that install the software contents to the correct location on the system.

Accepted Answer

A tarball is a type of compressed archive that is commonly used in Unix-based systems to package and distribute software. It usually includes scripts that can be used to install the software in the correct location on the system.

Question 5

The core component of the GUI in Linux is referred to as ____.

Accepted Answer

The X Windows system is the core component of the GUI in Linux. GNOME and KDE are desktop environments built on top of X Windows, and Red Hat is a Linux distribution that includes X Windows and desktop environments like GNOME and KDE.

Question 6

____ is software that is distributed free of charge, but the source code is not available.

Accepted Answer

Freeware is software that is distributed without charge, but the source code is not available to the public. Open source software, on the other hand, is distributed free of charge with the source code available for modification and distribution. Close source software and shareware are typically distributed for a fee.

Question 7

The ____ stipulates that the source code of any software published under its license must be freely available.

Accepted Answer

The GNU Public License (GPL) is a free, copyleft license for software and other kinds of works. The GPLv3 provides that anyone may copy, distribute, or modify the software as long as any modified versions are also licensed under the GPL and the source code is made freely available.

Question 8

Which of the following is the greatest expense for companies using Linux?

Accepted Answer

Hiring staff to maintain the Linux system is typically the greatest expense for companies. While there may be some cost associated with software upgrades and additional software, the overall cost of operating system and licensing is significantly lower than with proprietary alternatives.

Question 9

The concept of ____ enables software developers to read the source code of other people's software, modify that source code to make the program better, and redistribute that source code to other developers who might improve it further.

Accepted Answer

The concept described in the statement is that of open source software, which is a type of software whose source code is freely accessible and modifiable by anyone. This promotes collaboration and innovation among developers, as they can share and improve upon each other's work. Linux is also an example of open source software, but it is not the best choice for this question because it is just one specific example. Closed source software and freeware do not necessarily allow for this type of collaboration and modification.

Question 10

Solaris, HP-UX and AIX are all ____ of Unix:

Accepted Answer

Solaris, HP-UX and AIX are all variations or versions of Unix, each being a particular implementation, or flavor, of Unix.

Question 11

Open Source Software (OSS)is freely developed and continuously improved by a large community of software developers

Accepted Answer

Open Source Software (OSS) is developed and improved by a large community of software developers who contribute their time and expertise voluntarily. The software code is freely available to anyone who wants to view, modify, or distribute it, within the terms of the appropriate open source license.

Question 12

The source code for Linux was released in ____.

Accepted Answer

Linux was released in 1991 by Linus Torvalds.

Question 13

A(n)____ service provides an efficient method for transferring files over the Internet.

Accepted Answer

FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is specifically designed for efficient file transfer over the internet. DNS (Domain Name System) is a service that translates domain names into IP addresses, Web service provides access to websites, and Mail services provide email communication.

Question 14

Linux is merely one product of open source development.

Accepted Answer

Open source development refers to the collective efforts of developers worldwide who contribute to the creation and improvement of software products that are available to the public for free. Linux is one such product of open source development, but there are many others, including Apache, MySQL, Python, and WordPress, among others.

Question 15

The ____ indicates the stability of a Linux kernel.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____ indicates the stability of a...

Question 16

A(n)____ service allows users on a network to post messages in forums.

Accepted Answer

The News service, also known as Usenet, allows users to post messages in forums that can be accessed by anyone on the network. FTP (File Transfer Protocol) is used for transferring files, Web (World Wide Web) is used for accessing websites, and DNS (Domain Name System) is used for converting domain names to IP addresses.

Question 17

It is better to keep as many support modules in the kernel as possible.

Accepted Answer

It is generally better to keep only the necessary modules in the kernel and load other modules as needed. This allows for faster boot times and reduces the overall size of the kernel.

Question 18

HOWTO documents are centrally collected by the ____.

Accepted Answer

The Linux Documentation Project is a community-driven effort to create and maintain documentation for the Linux operating system. It provides a central location for HOWTO documents, as well as other types of documentation, and is commonly used as a resource for Linux users and developers. The GNU project and the Free Software Foundation focus on promoting and developing free software, while Linux User Groups are community organizations that often provide support and education for Linux users in a specific geographic area.

Question 19

It is difficult to port software designed for UNIX to Linux.

Accepted Answer

Linux is based on UNIX and shares many similarities, making it easier to port software between the two platforms. However, some differences in libraries, tools, and system calls may require adaptations to the software code.

Question 20

Consider the phrase "collaboration between several developers with a common need speeds up software creation, and when bugs in the software are found by these users, bug fixes are created very quickly" from the chapter. This statement describes which advantage of the Linux operating system?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Consider the phrase "collaboration between several developers...

Quiz 1: Introduction to Linux