COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is a function of the operating system?
A
To provide tools to create graphics for an animation
B
To maintain the computer system
C
To check all the components are connected to the motherboard correctly
D
To load the first instructions to boot the computer
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An operating system has three main functions: (1) manage the computer’s resources, such as the central processing unit, memory, disk drives, and printers, (2) establish a user interface, and (3) execute and provide services for applications software.

Detailed explanation-2: -The operating system is the most fundamental piece of system software; it manages interactions between software and hardware. It takes responsibility for a range of functions including managing processor time, memory management, inputs/outputs, and security.

Detailed explanation-3: -Process Management. Memory Management. I/O device management. File Management. Network Management. Security and Protection.

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