The OS Flashcards
1
Q
What does OS stand for?
A
Operating System
2
Q
What are the main functions of the OS?
A
- Providing a user interface
- Allow the computer to multi-task
- Allow internal and external components to communicate
- Deal with file and disk management
- Manage the system security
3
Q
What is the most common type of user interface?
A
GUI - Graphical User Interface
4
Q
Name the two most well-known GUI’s:
A
- Android
- iOS
5
Q
What type of interface is text-based?
A
A command-line interface (command prompt)
6
Q
What does the OS manage that allows the computer to multitask?
A
CPU usage
