Chapter 3: Operating System Fundamentals Flashcards
Which of these is not a responsibility of the operating system?
A. Managing files
B. Interacting with hardware
C. Providing a user interface
D. Performing the power-on self-test
D. The power-on self-test (POST) occurs before the operating system loads.
Which of these is an OS for a mobile device?
A. macOS
B. Android
C. Windows 10
D. Unix
B. Android, a mobile device OS found on many smartphones and tablets.
Which of these types of devices has a built-in OS that you can’t change (only update)?
A. Server
B. Workstation
C. Tablet
D. Laptop
A tablet has a built-in OS; you can’t change it.
Which operating system(s) can run on a system with a 64-bit CPU?
A. 32-bit only
B. 64-bit only
C. 32-bit or 64-bit
D. 64-bit or 128-bit
C. A 64-bit CPU can run either a 64-bit or a 32-bit OS.
Which operating system(s) can run on a system with a 64-bit CPU?
A. 32-bit only
B. 64-bit only
C. 32-bit or 64-bit
D. 64-bit or 128-bit
C. 64-bit versions can support more memory. A 32-bit version is limited to 4 GB of RAM.
What Microsoft policy defines the length of time Microsoft will support a product, as well as the support options for that product?
A. Software Assurance
B. Support Lifecycle
C. Upgrade Advisor
D. Compatibility Wizard
B. Support Lifecycle is the Microsoft policy that defines the length of time Microsoft will support a product.
Windows 7 is a version; what is Windows 7 Ultimate?
A. An OEM release
B. An edition
C. A patch
D. An update
B. Windows 7 Ultimate is an edition of the Windows 7 version.
What feature is not available in the Home editions of Windows?
A. Encrypting File System
B. Windows Media Center
C. Cortana
D. Task View
A. EFS is one of the features that Home edition users do not have available.
What feature is available only in the Enterprise and Education editions of Windows?
A. Encrypting File System
B. BranchCache
C. Ability to connect to a domain-based network
D. Cortana
B. BranchCache, a feature that caches data offline between branch offices for better performance, is available only in Enterprise and Education editions.
Which version of Windows calls the file management interface “Windows Explorer”?
A. Windows 7
B. Windows 8.1
C. Windows 10
D. All of the above
A. Windows 7 calls its file management interface Windows Explorer.
What is the purpose of a library?
A. Aggregates the content from multiple locations in a single virtual folder
B. Enables you to access OneDrive content locally
C. Organizes data files by the application that opens them
D. Enables you to open and save files in Metro/Modern apps
A. The purpose of a library is to make multiple locations appear as though they are a single location for browsing.
Why are there no gadgets in Windows 8.1 and Windows 10?
A. No longer useful
B. Used too much memory and CPU time to run
C. Copyright issues
D. Security issues
D. Microsoft discontinued gadgets because of security concerns in Windows 8 and higher.
Which Windows 7 feature is responsible for semi-transparent window title bars and preview thumbnails on the taskbar?
A. Task View
B. Libraries
C. Aero
D. HomeGroup
C. Aero is the display feature that allows for semi-transparent window title bars and thumbnail previews of open applications.
Which type of Windows 8/8.1/10 account enables you to access your OneDrive storage via File Explorer?
A. Standard
B. Microsoft
C. Local
D. Administrator
B. A Microsoft account connects your Windows sign-in to your online presence, making your OneDrive cloud storage available.
What does the Start button do when clicked in Windows 8.1?
A. Opens the Start screen
B. Opens the taskbar
C. Minimizes all open windows
D. Nothing; Windows 8.1 has no Start button
A. Clicking the Start button in Windows 8.1 opens the Start screen.
