Chapter 6: Other Operating Systems and Technologies Quiz

Question 1

What utility is used to backup data in Linux?

A. rsync

B. Time Machine

C. pwd

D. chmod

Answer 1

A. rsync

In Linux backups of data can be scheduled using the rsync utility from the command line.

Question 2

What is the fsck command used for in Linux?

A. to defrag

B. to run a file system check

C. to format a drive

D. to perform backupb

Answer 2

B. to run a file system check

As Linux systems manage the disk differently than Windows they need NO defragmentation. There is a maintenance task you may want to schedule in Linux. From time to time you should run a file system checker called fsck. This is a logical file system checker.

Question 3

Which parameter when used with the tar command, creates a new archive?

A. -r

B. -A

C. -c

D. -d

Answer 3

C. -c

The -c option creates a new archive

Question 4

What utility is used to create a snapshot volume in Linux?

A. lvcreate

B. rsync

C. tar

D. cpio

Answer 4

A. lvcreate

You can use the -s argument of the lvcreate command to create a snapshot volume.

Question 5

What is the shell called in Mac?

A. command central

B. terminal

C. dock

D. gateway

Answer 5

B. terminal

Mac calls the shell “Terminal” and you can find it under Applications >Utilities >Terminal

Question 6

What tool can be used on a Mac to stop an unresponsive application?

A. kill

B. force quit

C. end

D. quit

Answer 6

B. force quit

Force quit can be used on a Mac to stop an unresponsive application.

Question 7

What tool provides a quick way to see everything that’s currently open on your Mac.?

A. dock launch

B. command central

C. mission control

D. mac view

Answer 7

C. mission control

In Apple, Mission Control provides a quick way to see everything that’s currently open on your Mac

Question 8

What is password management system in OS X called?

A. Spotlight

B. Keychain

C. iKey

D. iLock

Answer 8

B. Keychain

Keychain is password management system in OS X. It can contain private keys, certificates, and secure notes.

Question 9

What is Spotlight used for in MAC?

A. to filter output

B. to search

C. to identify malware

D. to track access

Answer 9

B. to search

Spot Light is a search tool built into Mac systems.

Question 10

What is the equivalent of Windows Explorer in MAC?

A. Finder

B. Spotlight

C. Navigator

D. Compass

Answer 10

A. Finder

While Finder can also be used in Mac to search for files its main function is a file system navigation tool, much like Windows Explorer.