Deck 9: Operating Systems

Question 1

In some cases, the operating system for the network is a set of programs that are separate from the operating system on the client computers or mobile devices that access the network.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

If thrashing occurs, try to exit the program. If that does not work, try a warm boot and then a cold boot.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Experts recommend that you run multiple antivirus programs simultaneously.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Some operating systems allow users to control a network and administer security.

Question 5

OEM stands for original equipment manufacturer.

Question 6

When you purchase a computer or mobile device, it usually has an operating system and other tools installed.

Question 7

The start-up process is similar for large and small computers and mobile devices.

Question 8

An operating system must be installed on a hard drive. It cannot run from a USB flash drive or other media.

Question 9

The trend is toward device-independent operating systems.

Question 10

Operating systems on embedded computers use a multitasking operating system.

Question 11

macOS is a UNIX-based operating system.

Question 12

A multiuser operating system processes all  tasks on a first-come, first-served basis.

Question 13

A cold boot generally is faster than a warm boot.

Question 14

The kernel is an example of a nonresident instruction.

Question 15

A queue is the lineup of documents waiting to be printed.

Question 16

Not all computer and mobile devices have an operating system.

Question 17

The term, PC, sometimes is used to describe a computer that runs on a Mac operating system.

Question 18

A performance monitor is a program that assesses and reports information about various computer resources and devices.

Question 19

Because of convergence, as well as the increased reliance on mobile devices for communications and productivity, the use and function of mobile and desktop operating systems are becoming more similar.

Question 20

The computer may run slower while it uses virtual memory.

Question 21

Many software makers provide free downloadable updates, sometimes called a(n) ______ to users who have registered and/or activated their software.

A) service pack
B) debugger
C) secure deliverable
D) enhancement

Question 22

______ consists of one or more chips on the motherboard that hold items such as data and instructions while the processor interprets and executes them.

A) ROM
B) RAM
C) Storage
D) The motherboard

Question 23

A(n) ______ is a small program that tells the operating system how to communicate with a specific device.

A) spooler
B) app
C) interpreter
D) driver

Question 24

Geofencing enables your phone to send or receive notifications when you enter or exit a geographic location.

Question 25

Virtualization is the practice of sharing or pooling computing resources, such as servers or storage devices.

Question 26

The ______ process sends documents to be printed into a buffer instead of sending them immediately to the printer.

A) thrashing
B) aligning
C) spooling
D) delaying

Question 27

The operating system sometimes is called the ______.

A) underlying hardware
B) background app
C) platform
D) ground floor

Question 28

With a(n) ______ user interface, users interact with the software through ordinary, intuitive behavior such as touch, gesture, and voice.

A) custom
B) natural
C) personal
D) virtual

Question 29

Open source software has no restrictions from the copyright holder regarding modification of the software's internal instructions.

Question 30

Operating systems that function as both desktop and server operating systems are called multipurpose operating systems.

Question 31

In a multitasking operating system, ______ programs are running but not in use.

A) inactive
B) idle
C) unopened
D) background

Question 32

In situations when a boot disk is required to restart a computer or device, the book disk is referred to as ______ media.

A) startup
B) recovery
C) instructional
D) restoration

Question 33

Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-1
You have been having issues with your printer, so you decide to learn more about how the printer works.
You learn that by spooling documents to a(n) ______, the computer or mobile device can continue interpreting and executing instructions while the printer prints.

A) external storage device
B) buffer
C) memory stick
D) printer server

Question 34

______ consists of ROM chips or flash memory chips that store permanent instructions.

A) Firmware
B) Chipware
C) Dataware
D) Memware

Question 35

The area of the hard drive used for virtual memory is called a(n) ______ file.

A) swap
B) switch
C) page
D) indirect

Question 36

When an operating system spends much of its time paging, it is said to be ______.

A) overpaging
B) virtualizing
C) thrashing
D) optimizing

Question 37

______ instructions remain on a storage medium until they are needed, at which time they transfer into memory.

A) Nonresident
B) Virtual
C) Sidelined
D) Volatile

Question 38

Linux is proprietary software.

Question 39

A File ______ performs functions related to displaying and organizing files.

A) Manager
B) Folder
C) Displayer
D) Organizer

Question 40

Two types of operating system user interfaces are graphical and ______.

A) command-line
B) 3D
C) navigational
D) text-based

Question 41

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best describes paging?

A) The process a computer goes through when dividing data into disk sectors
B) The technique of swapping items between memory and storage
C) When a computer or mobile device executes instructions
D) The conversion of data into readable, usable information

Question 42

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is the difference between sleep and hibernate mode?

A) No difference -- they are the same.
B) Hibernate mode is used with Apple computers and sleep for Windows.
C) With sleep mode the computer is placed in a low-power state.
D) Sleep mode is activated by pushing the power button.

Question 43

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about command-line interfaces?

A) A user types keywords or abbreviations to enter data and instructions.
B) They require exact spelling, form, and punctuation.
C) They give you less control to manage detailed settings than a GUI.
D) The set of commands used to control actions is called the command language.

Question 44

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about network security?

A) The operating system on a network does not record unsuccessful sign-in attempts.
B) A user account enables a user to sign in to a network or computer.
C) Some operating systems allow the network administrator to assign passwords to files and commands.
D) Permissions define who can access resources and when they can access the resources.

Question 45

OneDrive is a cloud server from ______.

A) Apple
B) Google
C) Firefox
D) Microsoft

Question 46

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What happens if your computer or mobile device uses up its available RAM?

A) The operating system may use virtual memory.
B) The computer or mobile device shuts down.
C) You get an alert that you must close a program or stop an action.
D) It is impossible to run out of RAM.

Question 47

Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-2
Gracie is trying to decide between Windows or macOS for her new desktop computer. Since you have desktops that run both at home, she asks you for advice.
When describing the macOS interface, you tell her that she can use the ______ to view, organize, and run apps.

A) Start menu
B) Launchpad
C) tiles
D) Dock

Question 48

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about operating systems?

A) Servers do not run the same operating system as tablets or laptops.
B) It is not possible to run more than one operating system on the same computer.
C) The same types of computers may run different operating systems.
D) Operating systems often are written to run on specific types of computers.

Question 49

On computers running macOS, the ______ contains icons used to run apps, display minimized windows, and access documents.

A) taskbar
B) title bar
C) Dock
D) tiles

Question 50

Google Play is an example of a(n) ______.

A) gaming device
B) app store
C) media player
D) mobile operating system

Question 51

Power users often work with ______ because of its flexibility and capabilities.

A) Windows
B) macOS
C) UNIX
D) Chrome OS

Question 52

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is meant by the term Plug and Play?

A) The operating system that automatically configures new devices as you install or connect them
B) A gaming system optimized for multiplayer games
C) A device that must be connected to the network in order to access its operating system
D) A portable battery and wireless network device that is used by mobile devices

Question 53

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best defines what occurs when you partition a hard drive?

A) The hard drive is divided into separate logical storage areas that appear as distinct drives.
B) The hard drive resources are shared among multiple users and devices.
C) The hard drive operates as both a client and a server.
D) The hard drive is removed from the original computer or device and installed into another.

Question 54

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best describes the term bloatware?

A) Software that creates documents with unusually large file sizes
B) A program that takes up most of a computer or devices RAM when it is running
C) A script hidden inside a legitimate program that causes the computer to run slowly
D) Additional hardware and apps installed by an OEM

Question 55

Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-2
Gracie is trying to decide between Windows or macOS for her new desktop computer. Since you have desktops that run both at home, she asks you for advice.
She asks you what types of program are Safari and Edge. You tell her that these are ______.

A) browsers
B) operating system version names
C) file managers
D) desktop themes

Question 56

Desktop operating systems sometimes are called ______ operating systems because they also work in conjunction with a server operating system.

A) partner
B) multiplatform
C) client
D) compatible

Question 57

All of the following are examples of desktop operating systems EXCEPT ______.

A) Chrome OS
B) Android
C) UNIX
D) Linux

Question 58

Ticket machines, ATMs, digital cameras, and robotics all use ______ operating systems.

A) embedded
B) mobile
C) multiuser
D) virtual

Question 59

Critical Thinking Questions Case 9-1
You have been having issues with your printer, so you decide to learn more about how the printer works.
You learn that if you replace your printer with a new one, you will have to install a(n) ______ to your computer.

A) spooler
B) buffer
C) driver
D) print server

Question 60

COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best defines the term cross-platform application?

A) A program used to coordinate data sharing among multiple devices
B) An operating system that incorporates aspects of multiple operating systems
C) An app that communicates between devices on a network
D) An application that runs the same way on multiple operating systems

Question 61

The ______ is the core of an operating system.

Question 62

______ mode saves any open documents and running programs or apps to an internal hard drive before removing power from the computer or device.

Question 63

On devices running Windows (Mobile Edition), the ______ app provides a centralized location for coupons, credit cards, loyalty cards, and memberships.

A) Wallet
B) Pay
C) Store
D) Credit

Question 64

______ is a Linux-based operating system designed to work primarily with web apps.

A) Windows Web
B) iOS
C) UNIX
D) Chrome OS

Question 65

______ is the operating system used by Amazon Kindle tablets.

A) Kindle OS
B) Fire OS
C) Amazon OS
D) Chrome OS

Question 66

______ compatible operating systems recognize and work with applications written for an earlier version of the operating system.

Question 67

The network ______ uses the operating system on the network to configure the network, install software, and control network security.

Question 68

A(n) ______ system is set of programs that coordinate all the activities among computer or mobile device hardware.

Question 69

A(n) ______ is a segment of memory or storage in which items are placed while waiting to be transferred from an input device or to an output device.

Question 70

A(n) ______ is the amount of data and program instructions that can be swapped at a given time.

Question 71

______ is a popular, multitasking UNIX-based operating system.

Question 72

List common operating system functions.

Question 73

Google names its ______ releases after sweet treats, such as Jelly Bean and Marshmallow.

Question 74

A(n) ______ is a small image that represents shortcuts to apps or other content.

Question 75

Reboot is another term for ______.

Question 76

Siri and Cortana are examples of ______ recognition apps.

Question 77

A(n) ______ machine enables you to install a second operating system on a computer.

A) virtual
B) dual core
C) multisystem
D) bipartisan

Question 78

A(n) ______ is a private combination of characters associated with the user name that allows access to certain computer, mobile device, or network resources.

Question 79

A(n) ______ boot refers to the process of restarting a computer or mobile device while it remains powered on.

Question 80

GUI stands for ______ user interface.