Operating Systems Quiz

Test your knowledge of processes, memory management, scheduling, and OS concepts.

1. What is an operating system?

Hardware component
System software that manages computer resources
Programming language

2. Which is an example of an operating system?

Windows
Chrome
Java

3. What is a process?

A program in execution
A storage device
A type of file system

4. What is multitasking?

Running multiple processes at once
Deleting programs
Installing OS

5. What is RAM used for?

Permanent storage
Temporary memory for active processes
Internet browsing

6. What is a scheduler in OS?

Manages CPU process execution
Stores files
Designs UI

7. Which is NOT an OS?

Linux
Android
MySQL

8. What is virtual memory?

Extension of RAM using disk
CPU memory
Cache memory

9. What is kernel?

Core of operating system
Application software
Browser engine

10. What is file system?

Method of storing and organizing files
CPU scheduling method
Network protocol