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A duplicate copy of data or other computer content in case the original version is destroyed.

Backup

Programs that enable users to perform specific tasks on a computer, such as writing a letter or playing a game.

Application Software

Since most people use MacOS on their personal computers, Apple does not make a server version of MacOS.

False

Which of the following is the type of utility program used to make a file smaller for transfer over the Internet?

File compression programs

A graphically based interface that allows a user to communicate instructions to the computer easily.

Graphical user interface (GUI)

Which of the following processing techniques allows a computer to work with more than one program at a time?

Multitasking

A backup is a duplicate copy of data or other computer content in case the original version is destroyed.

True

A file management program can be used to see the files located on a storage medium.

True

Linux is an open source operating system available for free via the internet.

True

As of late 2009, which of the following was the most recent, released personal version of Windows?

Windows 7

Which of the following is the version of Windows designed for mobile phones?

Windows Mobile

Which of the following is a network operating system?

Windows Server

an area in RAM or on the hard drive designated to hold input and output on their way in or out of the system.

buffer

Which of the following is NOT a common function of an operating system?

compressing files

A program that enables an operating system to communicate with a specific hardware device.

device driver

Application software are programs that control the operation of the computer and its devices.

false

Most operating systems today use only a command line interface.

false

The capability of an operating system to use multiple processors in a single computer, usually to process multiple jobs at one time faster than could be performed with a single processor.

multiprocessing

The capability of an operating system to work with more than one programs at one time.

multitasking

a processing technique that uses multiple processors simultaneously in a single computer, usually to process a single job as fast as possible.

parallel processing

the process of placing items in a buffer so they can be retrieved by the appropriate device (such as a printer) when needed.

spooling

a memory-management technique that uses hard drive space as additional RAM

virtual memory

Which of the following is NOT an operating system designed for handheld PCs or mobile devices?

z/OS


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