The command line interface...

is a interface which was common on computers in the 80s., is when the user navigates by typing a command on a line.

A cold boot is when...

the computer is switched on after it has been completely off

An Operating System is... (choose the most correct, according to the textbook)

Software that manages a computer's basic functions.

Which is NOT a function of an Operating System?

Automatically upgrading hardware, as required.

permanent software programmed into the ROM.

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1
The command line interface...
is a interface which was common on computers in the 80s.
is when the user navigates by typing a command on a line.
was invented by Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates in 2001.
allows the user to navigate a site using icons and a mouse.
2
Which of the following is NOT a type of Linux distribution?
Debian
Terminal
Fedora
Ubuntu
3
The Operating System in the picture is...
Windows
Ubuntu
Mac OS
MS Dos
4
A cold boot is when...
the operating system is used to turn on the computer.
When you press CMD and Option and Escape.
You leave your boots outside in Norway.
the computer is switched on after it has been completely off
5
Proprietary operating systems are..
free for anyone to share and modify.
usually employe a complier and a translator.
owned by an organisation.
are made primarily to improve issues with the kernel.
6
Which of the following is not a CLI?
Apple Dos
MS Dos
Amiga OS
Mint
7
An Operating System is... (choose the most correct, according to the textbook)
A method of using a computer, efficiently and practically.
The main method by which spyware is spread.
Software that manages a computer's basic functions.
Used to run complex machinery, including robots.
8
The Operating System pictured is...
MS Dos
Ubuntu
Linux
Windows 98
9
The missing words are...
Firmware and Hardware
Memory and Operating System
Applications and Memory
Memory and Firmware
10
BIOS stands for...
Basic Input Output System
Basic Information Output Source
Basic Information Output System
Binary Input Output System
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Which is NOT a function of an Operating System?
Managing a computer's security.
Automatically upgrading hardware, as required.
Allowing the user to modify setting choices and preferences.
Providing a platform for computers to run from.
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Firmware is...
a key component of any linux based OS.
activated by a cold boot using BIOS.
a company well regarded for making sturdy hiking supplies.
permanent software programmed into the ROM.

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