Practice Functions Of Operating System (1.4) - Operating System

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Question 1.
What is the primary function of process management?
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Think about how you use several applications at once.
Question 2.
Why is file management important in an OS?
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Consider how you find documents on your computer.
3Question 3.
What is the main purpose of file management in an operating system?
- To run applications
- To organize and access files
- To protect user data
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What do you do when you save a file?
4Question 4.
True or False: Process management is responsible for memory allocation.
- True
- False
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Think about what process management controls.
Question 5.
Design a brief operating system function that manages memory allocation under heavy load. What considerations should it make?
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Consider multitasking systems to brainstorm potential memory pressures.
Question 6.
Compare the security features of at least two operating systems. How do they differ in protecting user data?
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Research specific OS security features for better insights.

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