Operating System Functions MCQs with Answers

What should you do after installing new drivers to ensure they function correctly?

• A.Clear the browser cache
• B.Uninstall the previous drivers
• C.Run a disk defragmentation
• D.Restart the computer

What is the term often used to describe the operating system that a computer employs?

• A.Platform
• B.Firmware
• C.Interface
• D.Kernel

Past Paper MCQ

When was the first operating system developed?

• A.1945
• B.1960
• C.1950
• D.1970

What is the core component of an operating system that manages system resources and communication between hardware and software?

• A.Shell
• B.Compiler
• C.Kernel
• D.Bootloader

What is required for a computer to boot successfully?

• A.Antivirus Software
• B.Web Browser
• C.Operating System
• D.Device Drivers Only

What is the software that serves as an interface between the user and the computer hardware called?

• A.BIOS
• B.Device Driver
• C.Firmware
• D.Operating System

What is the tool used to change user account settings in a Windows operating system?

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

What is the primary purpose of the 'CD' command in DOS?

• A.To change the current directory
• B.To copy a file from one location to another
• C.To create a new directory
• D.To check disk space usage

What are the types of booting processes in computers?

• A.Internal booting and external booting
• B.Hard booting and soft booting
• C.Fast booting and slow booting
• D.Cold booting and warm booting

From which option can you start an application on a Windows computer?

• A.Run
• B.Search
• C.Settings
• D.Control Panel