Practice Importance Of Operating System (1.2) - Operating System

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Question 1.
What does an Operating System manage?
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Think about what parts of a computer need management.
Question 2.
Name one user-friendly feature of an OS.
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What kind of interface do most people prefer?
3Question 3.
What does an Operating System do?
- Manages hardware
- Only provides internet access
- Is a type of application
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Consider what keeps the computer running smoothly.
4Question 4.
True or False: An OS can only manage one application at a time.
- True
- False
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Think about how you can run multiple programs on your computer.
Question 5.
Evaluate the consequences of a system crash caused by an OS failure. What measures can be taken to avoid this?
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Consider scenarios where you've encountered a crash.
Question 6.
Design a basic plan outlining how an OS should manage file storage to maintain stability and security.
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Think about how you'd keep your personal files organized.

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