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Computing OS Questions SSFC
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A computer science quiz on the core and basic concepts of an operating system.
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Virtual Memory uses what type of memory?
RAM
Main Memory
Register Memory
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What storage type does Paging store and receive data from?
Secondary Storage
Registers
Main Storage
3
Paging uses same-sized blocks called?
Lego
Equals
Pages
4
Each interrupt has a corresponding
Interrupt Service Routine
Interrupt Schedule Controller
Interrupt Control Service
5
What does BIOS stand for?
Basic Input/Output System
Border Information Operation System
Big Information Operating System
Basic Information Ordering System
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Why are Real Time operating systems used?
To have zero delay/latency in processing or response
To have a guaranteed latency/time in processing or response
To have large delay/latency in processing or response
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What do device drivers allow the hardware to do?
Execute instructions
Open
Initiate
Communicate
8
Where is Multi-tasking computers used most in modern applications?
Personal Computers
ATM's
Aeroplanes Navigation
9
Which of these is a common use for a virtual machine?
Testing fan speeds
Writing programs securely
Ordering from Tesco Direct
Using the system for an older OS to play old games/software
10
Which of these is not a Scheduling Mechanism?
Collective Queues
Round Robin
First Come, First Serve
Multi-level Feedback
11
Interrupts are emitted by the?
Control Unit
CPU
Hardware and Software
12
Does software run quicker or slower in a virtual machine?
Slower
Quicker
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What do device drivers communicate with?
The BIOS
The Keyboard
The operating system
The other hardware
14
What is an example of where distributed systems will be used?
Secure Bank System
Film Animation & CGI
Day to Day Computing
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Is the BIOS crucial in loading the OS?
Yes
Only in a MAC
Only if you hold down the hash key (#)
No
