Computer Essentials 4

Which of the following is not a popular mobile operating system? Select one: a. Mountain Lion b. Windows Phone 8 c. iOS d. Android

System software cannot handle technical details without user intervention. Select one: True False

This version of Mac OS X has better power management and enhanced workflow options for multiple monitor setups. Select one: a. Launchpad b. Mission Control c. Mavericks d. Mountain Lion

This operating system is designed to run only with Apple computers. Select one: a. Windows b. Linux c. Mac OS d. UNIX

When a single physical computer runs a special program known as virtualization software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers, known as virtual machines. Select one: True False

Based on the MAC OS, Android is designed for Apple's iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. Select one: True False

On a disk, a track is a concentric ring, and each track is divided into wedge-shaped sections called sectors. Select one: True False

Which of the following is not a function of the operating system? Select one: a. Managing resources b. Providing Internet access c. Providing a user interface d. Running applications

For all devices, the appropriate drivers are automatically selected and installed when the device is first connected to the computer system. Select one: True False

Linux is a popular and powerful alternative to the Windows operating system. Select one: True False

Which of the following is not a system software program type? Select one: a. Utilities b. Device drivers c. Language translators d. Sectors

This type of embedded operating system is used by smartphones. Select one: a. Desktop b. Mobile c. Network d. Stand-alone

System software is a single program. Select one: True False

This version of UNIX is an open source operating system that is an alternative to Windows. Select one: a. Mountain Lion b. Lion c. Linux d. Windows

The operating system allows the user to interact with the application programs and computer hardware through a user interface. Select one: True False

Before sending a large file over the Internet, you might want to use one of these programs. Select one: a. Disk defragmenter b. Uninstaller c. Disk cleanup program d. File compression program

This system software is responsible for managing your computer's resources including memory, processing, and storage. Select one: a. Utility b. Operating system c. Language translator d. Device driver

Windows Update makes it easy to update the device drivers on your computer. Select one: True False

In a network operating system, this computer coordinates all communication between computers. Select one: a. Client b. Server c. Terminal d. Mode

Starting or restarting a computer is called tasking the system. Select one: True False

When a single physical computer runs this type of software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers. Select one: a. Backup b. File compression c. Troubleshooting d. Virtualization

When a file is broken up into small parts that are stored wherever space is available, the hard disk is said to become _______. Select one: a. fragmented b. contiguous c. sectored d. disbursed

Google's Chrome OS focuses on Internet connectivity and cloud computing. Select one: True False

There are several ways in which you can "catch" a computer virus. Select one: True False

This type of boot occurs when the computer is already on and you restart it without turning off the power. Select one: a. Generic boot b. Live boot c. Warm boot d. Cold boot

A standard desktop computer comes with an embedded operating system. Select one: True False

Which of the following is not a popular desktop operating system? Select one: a. Windows 8 b. Android c. Linux d. Max OS X

In a network environment, the network server computer coordinates all communications between the other computers. Select one: True False

Smartphones generally include a network operating system. Select one: True False

The operating system is often referred to as the software platform. Select one: True False

Because Mac OS X market share is so large, more application programs are developed to run under Mac OS X than any other operating system. Select one: True False

A utility program that makes a copy of all files or selected files that are in the libraries, contacts, and favorites on the desktop. Select one: a. Disk Cleanup b. Backup and Restore c. Disk Defragmenter d. Virus Scan

The windows troubleshooting utility that identifies and eliminates nonessential files is called _______. Select one: a. Backup and Restore b. Disk Defragmenter c. Disk Cleanup d. Norton Utilities

In a virtualized environment, this operating system runs on the physical machine. Select one: a. Guest b. Client c. Host d. Home

The category of operating system used for handheld devices. Select one: a. Network b. Embedded c. Stand-alone d. Open source

A computer can become infected with viruses in all the following ways, except by _______. Select one: a. opening attachments to e-mail messages b. downloading software from the Internet c. downloading files from the Web d. creating a new folder on your computer

The operating system is often referred to as the software environment or software _______. Select one: a. network b. platform c. window d. desktop

This type of program allows communication between a peripheral device, such as a mouse or printer, and the rest of the computer system. Select one: a. Client b. Virtual machine c. Device driver d. Server

Running File History improves system performance. Select one: True False

This operating system is widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computers, and very powerful personal computers. Select one: a. Windows b. Mac OS X c. Linux d. UNIX

The most widely used personal computer operating system. Select one: a. Macintosh b. Netware c. Linux d. Windows

Utility suites come with one program only. Select one: True False

In many application programs, this feature is used to provide information or request input. Select one: a. Windows b. Menus c. Dialog boxes d. Pointer

Most operating systems support the ability to switch between different applications. This is called _______. Select one: a. multitasking b. booting c. translating d. driving

Programs such as word processors and spreadsheets are known as utilities. Select one: True False