Exam 1: Operating System Fundamentals

Which of the following can be described as program code that operates like a specialized hook into the operating system?

If you need to change specific parameters controlling the way your computer boots, which of the following components would you configure?

List three jobs performed by the operating system kernel.

The code that exchanges information with specific hardware devices is referred to as which of the following?

What type of programs specifically manage central processor and computer memory?

Describe the difference between a mainframe computer and a PC-class computer.

Which of the following is a job typically performed by the kernel?

Describe the difference between a time-sharing system and a real-time system.

Describe the role of the BIOS on a computer.

Which type of computer is most likely to be used for graphical design, film design, and animation?

You are testing out a new multitasking operating system. In your testing, you find that some applications are not getting sufficient CPU time while other applications are getting more than necessary. Which component is likely to be the cause of this problem?

You are currently designing a cloud computing system that will host scalable Web-based applications accessible through a Web browser. This system will be available only to your company, but the resources will be made available through a third-party. What type of system should you use?

Describe the role of a resource manager.

Which of the following can be described as a client/server computing model that offers scalable Web-based applications and services over the Internet?

One function of the operating system's kernel is managing the use of the computer's RAM.

Which operating system, usually distributed for free, relies on open source software that is developed by volunteers and contains code in the public domain?

A large institution, such as a bank, may have thousands of transactions to process in which no user interaction is required; which type of computer system are you most likely to use?