CSI Quiz THREE
False
Based on the MAC OS, Android is designed for Apple's iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad.
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.
File compression program
Before sending a large file over the Internet, you might want to use one of these programs.
True
Google's Chrome OS integrates with web servers using cloud computing and storage to run applications and to perform other functions.
True
In a network environment, the network server computer coordinates all communications between the other computers.
Server
In a network operating system, this computer coordinates all communication between computers.
Host
In a virtualized environment, this operating system runs on the physical machine.
Dialog boxes
In many application programs, this feature is used to provide information or request input.
True
Linux is a popular and powerful alternative to the Windows operating system.
multitasking
Most operating systems support the ability to switch between different applications. This is called _____.
True
On a disk, a track is a concentric ring, and each track is divided into wedge-shaped sections called sectors.
False
Programs such as word processors and spreadsheets are known as utilities.
False
Running File History improves system performance.
False
Smartphones generally include a network operating system.
False
Starting or restarting a computer is called tasking the system.
False
System software cannot handle technical details without user intervention.
False
System software is a single program.
Embedded
The category of operating system used for handheld devices.
Windows
The most widely used personal computer operating system.
True
The operating system allows the user to interact with the application programs and computer hardware through a user interface.
platform
The operating system is often referred to as the software environment or software _____.
True
The operating system is often referred to as the software platform.
Disk Cleanup
The windows troubleshooting utility that identifies and eliminates nonessential files is called _____.
True
There are several ways in which you can "catch" a computer virus.
Mac OS
This operating system is designed to run only with Apple computers.
UNIX
This operating system is widely used by servers on the web, mainframe computers, and very powerful personal computers.
Operating System
This system software is responsible for managing your computer's resources including memory, processing, and storage.
Warm Boot
This type of boot occurs when the computer is already on and you restart it without turning off the power.
Mobile
This type of embedded operating system is used by smartphones.
Mavericks
This version of Mac OS X has improved power management and enhanced workflow options for multiple monitor setups.
LINUX
This version of UNIX is an open source operating system that is an alternative to Windows.
False
Utility suites come with one program only.
fragmented
When a file is broken up into small parts that are stored wherever space is available, the hard disk is said to become _____.
True
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.
Virtualization
When a single physical computer runs this type of software, it operates as though it were two or more separate and independent computers.
Providing internet access
Which of the following is not a function of the operating system?
Android
Which of the following is not a popular desktop operating system?
Mountain Lion
Which of the following is not a popular mobile operating system?
Sectors
Which of the following is not a system software program type?
creating a new folder on your computer.
A computer can become infected with viruses in all the following ways, except by _____.
False
A standard desktop computer comes with an embedded operating system.
File History
A utility program that makes a copy of all files or selected files that are in the libraries, contacts, and favorites and on the desktop.