Operating System Functions MCQs with Answers

If the system time and date are incorrect, which feature can you use to adjust it?

• A.Task Manager
• B.Device Manager
• C.Control Panel
• D.Registry Editor

Past Paper MCQ

Which action can be performed to access your user account on a computer system?

• A.Log in
• B.Log out
• C.Shut down
• D.Restart

Which of the following are known as Operating Systems?

• A.Window 9 and Window 10
• B.Linux and Unix
• C.Android and iOS
• D.MS Word and MS Excel

What is a disadvantage of using a batch processing system?

• A.Undesired commands are executed by the CPU
• B.It requires continuous user interaction
• C.It processes data in real-time only
• D.It cannot handle large volumes of data

In which scenario do the applications of a user account continue running even after switching accounts?

• A.When we Log Off
• B.When we Switch User
• C.When we Restart
• D.When we Shut Down

From where is the operating system loaded into RAM each time the computer is turned on?

• A.ROM
• B.Cache memory
• C.Secondary memory
• D.CPU registers

Which of the following is a program group in Windows operating systems?

• A.Device Manager
• B.Control Panel
• C.Accessories
• D.Task Manager

Where can you find the screen saver settings in a computer?

• A.Task Manager
• B.Device Manager
• C.Control Panel
• D.File Explorer

What is essential for a computer to operate?

• A.Operating System
• B.Antivirus
• C.Web Browser
• D.Microsoft Office

When installing a new peripheral device on a computer, what do you typically need to install to ensure it functions correctly?

• A.Driver
• B.Browser
• C.Compiler
• D.Protocol