Chapter 1 Windows Basics

Question 1

Operating system

Answer 1

A set of programs that acts as an interface between the applications that are running on a computer and the computer’s hardware.

Question 2

Multiprocessing

Answer 2

The ability to use multiple processing devices.

Question 3

Multitasking

Answer 3

The ability to run multiple applications simultaneously.

Question 4

Multithreading

Answer 4

The ability to run multiple parts of an application simultaneously.

Question 5

Kernel

Answer 5

The core of the operating system that is loaded into memory when the system boots up.

Question 6

Driver

Answer 6

A type of computer program that enables the operating system to interact with hardware devices.

Question 7

Interface

Answer 7

What allows the user to interact with the kernel and the utilities.

Question 8

Utilities

Answer 8

The features or programs included with an operating system that perform system-related tasks.

Question 9

Application

Answer 9

A subclass computer program that is designed for end users.