COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

SYSTEM SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of these best describes a function of an operating system?
A
It allows the users to run apps.
B
It connects all of the components with cables.
C
It makes the computer system faster.
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is It is a set of programs that controls the way a computer works and runs other programs. “A set of programs that controls the way a computer works and runs other programs” is known as an Operating system.

Detailed explanation-2: -Functions of kernel After that, the kernel provides and manages the computer resources and allows other programs to run and use these resources. The kernel also sets up the memory address space for applications, loads the files with application code into memory, and sets up the execution stack for programs.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -A user interface (UI) refers to the part of an operating system, program, or device that allows a user to enter and receive information. A text-based user interface (see the image to the left) displays text, and its commands are usually typed on a command line using a keyboard.

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