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The document consists of a series of questions related to the functions and characteristics of Operating Systems (OS), including process management, multitasking capabilities, and memory management. It covers various types of OS, their features, and specific system calls like 'fork'. The content is structured as a quiz format, testing knowledge on key concepts in operating systems.

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MCQS-OS A

The document consists of a series of questions related to the functions and characteristics of Operating Systems (OS), including process management, multitasking capabilities, and memory management. It covers various types of OS, their features, and specific system calls like 'fork'. The content is structured as a quiz format, testing knowledge on key concepts in operating systems.

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What is the primary function of an Operating System (OS)?

● A) Manage hardware resources


● B) Create user applications
● C) Provide a graphical user interface
● D) Execute multiple tasks simultaneously

Which of the following Operating Systems are known for their multitasking
capabilities?

● A) DOS
● B) Windows
● C) Linux
● D) AmigaOS

In process management, which state indicates that a process is waiting for an


event like I/O completion?

● A) Executing
● B) Ready
● C) Blocked
● D) Suspended

Which OS is commonly used in mainframe computers?

● A) Windows
● B) Linux
● C) DOS
● D) Mainframe OS

What does the 'fork' system call do in an Operating System?

● A) Ends a process
● B) Creates a new process
● C) Allocates memory
● D) Manages CPU scheduling

Which of the following is NOT a function of an OS?

● A) Memory management
● B) Application development
● C) Disk management
● D) Process management

Which Operating System is known for its graphical user interface (GUI) icons?

● A) Windows
● B) Mac OS
● C) Linux
● D) DOS

What is the purpose of the kernel in an OS?

● A) Manages hardware and system resources


● B) Provides network services
● C) Handles user interfaces
● D) Executes applications

Which of these is an example of a decentralized network?

● A) The internet
● B) A corporate intranet
● C) A single-server network
● D) A local area network (LAN)

In process management, what information does the Process Control Block


(PCB) include?

● A) Process state and resources


● B) User interface settings
● C) Network configuration
● D) File management data

Which Operating System is known for being open-source?

● A) Windows
● B) Mac OS
● C) Linux
● D) OS/2

What is an example of a real-time Operating System (RTOS)?

● A) Windows
● B) VxWorks
● C) Linux
● D) DOS

What is the main feature of 'multiprogramming'?

● A) Running multiple programs by switching between them


● B) Running multiple tasks in parallel
● C) Managing a single task at a time
● D) Using multiple CPUs for simultaneous execution

Which of these states in process management indicates that a process is ready


but not yet running?

● A) Suspended
● B) Blocked
● C) Waiting
● D) Ready

Which type of network involves a single point of control?

● A) Centralized
● B) Decentralized
● C) Distributed
● D) Peer-to-peer

What does 'memory management' in an OS involve?

● A) Allocating and tracking memory for programs


● B) Managing disk space
● C) Handling network connections
● D) Scheduling tasks

Which OS was known for its use in early personal computers and for its
command-line interface?

● A) Windows
● B) DOS
● C) Mac OS
● D) Linux

What is a core feature of the 'Graphical Server' in an OS?

● A) Manages display output


● B) Controls network devices
● C) Manages process scheduling
● D) Handles file operations

Which state in process management means a process is waiting for resources


or an event to complete?

● A) Ready
● B) Executing
● C) Blocked
● D) Suspended

Which of the following is a feature of 'multithreading'?

● A) Running multiple threads within a single process


● B) Managing multiple processes in parallel
● C) Allocating resources to different programs
● D) Running multiple tasks across different CPUs

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