Operating System Functions

Question 1

Memory management

Answer 1

The OS managed the transfer of data between the CPU, RAM and main storage.

Question 2

User interface

Answer 2

The OS provides the user with a way of controlling the functions of the computer without resorting to machine code. It can be graphical (GUI) or text-based (CLI - Command Line Interface)

Question 3

Peripheral management

Answer 3

The OS manages the input and output devices connected to the computer. e.g. a keyboard or printer.

Question 4

Multi-tasking

Answer 4

OS allows more than 1 program to be run at once so users can switch back and forth between applications easily.

Question 5

Security

Answer 5

OS provides security features to restrict access to the system or particular files