Operating Systems Flashcards
1
Q
Define an Operating Systems.
A
A type of system software which allows the hardware to communicate and operate with computer systems.
2
Q
What are the main functions of an Operating Systems?
A
- Allocates memory and processor time
- Provides a user interface
- Controls communication with input and output devices
- Manages security measures, such as user access
3
Q
Define Library Programs.
A
Library Programs are precompiled pieces of code which can be included by a user when creating their own programs.
4
Q
What is a Compiler?
A
A compiler is a program which will translate a program from high level language into machine code for the computer to execute.
5
Q
What language does a computer understand/operate?
Programming languages were designed to be understood bye?
Program must be converted to … for execution.
A
- Binary
- Humans
- Binary
