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Dive deep into the fascinating world of OS Basics with our comprehensive set of Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs). This page is dedicated to exploring the fundamental concepts and intricacies of OS Basics, a crucial aspect of Operating System. In this section, you will encounter a diverse range of MCQs that cover various aspects of OS Basics, from the basic principles to advanced topics. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to challenge your knowledge and deepen your understanding of this critical subcategory within Operating System.

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Q271.
Which one of the following is not a multitasking operating system?

a.

DOS

b.

Windows

c.

Unix

d.

Linux

Discuss
Answer: (a).DOS
Q272.
The most recent version of MAC OS is based on the ...... operating system

a.

Windows

b.

Linux

c.

Unix

d.

CMOS

Discuss
Answer: (c).Unix
Q273.
In Windows, start button is used to

a.

Run applications

b.

Device setting

c.

Turn off the system

d.

All of above

Discuss
Answer: (d).All of above
Q274.
Which one is true for unconditional disk formatting?

a.

Destroys every byte of data on a disk by overwriting it with with blank spaces

b.

Do not check/scan surface after format

c.

Transfer system files after format

d.

All of above

Discuss
Answer: (a).Destroys every byte of data on a disk by overwriting it with with blank spaces
Q275.
Once text has been cut to the clipboard, you can ...... that text into another document

a.

Paste

b.

Copy

c.

Transfer

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (a).Paste
Q276.
What is the function of radio button?

a.

To select multiple option

b.

To select single option

c.

To select all option

d.

All of above

Discuss
Answer: (b).To select single option
Q277.
The primary purpose of an operating system is a ......

a.

To make the most efficient use of computer hardware

b.

To allow people to use the computer

c.

To keep system programmer employed

d.

To make computer easier to use

Discuss
Answer: (a).To make the most efficient use of computer hardware
Q278.
You can use print manage window

a.

To check status of files in the print queue

b.

To cancel the print job

c.

To interrupt printing

d.

All of the above

Discuss
Answer: (d).All of the above
Q279.
Which of the following operating system reads and reacts in actual time?

a.

Quick Response System

b.

Real Time System

c.

Time Sharing System

d.

Batch Processing System

Discuss
Answer: (b).Real Time System
Q280.
All of the following are TRUE regarding virtual memory EXCEPT

a.

Any amount of RAM can be allocated to virtual memory

b.

The setting for the amount of hard disk drive space to allocate virtual memory can be manually change

c.

This temporary storage is called the swap file or page file

d.

Virtual memory is the physical space o the hard drive

Discuss
Answer: (a).Any amount of RAM can be allocated to virtual memory
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