Computer Knowledge

Operating Systems

998 Questions

Test your computer knowledge with these questions on operating systems. The content covers various platforms including Unix, Linux, Windows, Android, and Macintosh. These questions are commonly asked in the computer knowledge sections of banking and government exams.

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Operating Systems Questions

Multiple choice

Which of these OS's came first?

  1. Windows

  2. DOS

  3. Ubuntu

  4. iOS
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

DOS (Disk Operating System) was the foundation for early PCs and predates the widespread release of Windows, Ubuntu, and iOS.

Multiple choice

Mobile OS designed by Apple

  1. iOS

  2. Mac OSX

  3. Android

  4. Linux
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

iOS is the mobile operating system developed by Apple for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Mac OSX is for desktop/laptop computers.

Multiple choice

OS designed by Apple

  1. Windows

  2. Mac OSX

  3. Android

  4. Linux
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Mac OSX (now macOS) is the proprietary operating system designed by Apple for their Macintosh computers.

Multiple choice

OS designed by Microsoft

  1. Mac OSX

  2. Android

  3. Windows

  4. Linux
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Windows is the proprietary operating system developed and marketed by Microsoft.

Multiple choice

OS stands for what?

  1. Operating System

  2. Osmosis

  3. Operating Scenario

  4. Open Source
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In computing, OS is the standard abbreviation for Operating System, which manages computer hardware and software resources.

Multiple choice

Which of the following operating systems is produced by IBM

  1. OS-2

  2. Windows

  3. DOS

  4. UNIX
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

OS/2 (written as OS-2 in the question) was an operating system developed jointly by IBM and Microsoft. It was IBM's flagship PC operating system in the late 1980s and early 1990s before Windows gained dominance.

Multiple choice

Which computer type has the best mobility?

  1. Desktop

  2. Laptop

  3. PDA/smart phone

  4. Netbook
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

A PDA or smartphone is designed for maximum portability and mobility compared to laptops, netbooks, or desktops. These devices fit in a pocket and are intended for constant movement.

Multiple choice

What does the abbreviation 'OS' stand for in computer terms? 

  1. Opposite System

  2. Operating Site

  3. Operating System

  4. Only Sharing
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In computing, OS stands for Operating System. It is the primary system software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs.

Multiple choice

All are features of GUI, except

  1. commands.

  2. icons.

  3. menus.

  4. windows.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A Graphical User Interface (GUI) is characterized by visual elements such as windows, icons, menus, and pointers (WIMP). Text-based commands are the primary feature of a Command Line Interface (CLI), which requires users to type instructions instead of interacting with visual components.

Multiple choice

ROM is?

  1. Secondary

  2. Primary

  3. Offline

  4. None
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

ROM (Read-Only Memory) is considered primary memory because it is directly accessible by the CPU. It holds essential instructions for booting the computer.

Multiple choice

What is the primary platform for developing AR applications?

  1. Android

  2. iOS

  3. Windows

  4. Linux
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

iOS is the primary platform for developing AR applications due to Apple's early adoption of AR technology and the availability of the ARKit framework. ARKit provides a comprehensive set of tools and APIs for creating AR experiences on iOS devices.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a widely used operating system for personal computers?

  1. Windows

  2. Linux

  3. macOS

  4. Android
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Windows is a widely used operating system for personal computers, developed by Microsoft. It is known for its user-friendly interface and compatibility with a wide range of software applications.