OS

Question 1

Define operating system

Answer 1

A group of programs that is essential for managing the computers resources

Question 2

Functions of operating system

Answer 2

User interface
Peripheral management and devices
File management
User management
Memory management and multitasking

Question 3

Define utility software

Answer 3

Supports the running of the computer system

Question 4

Examples of utility programs

Answer 4

Defragmentation software
Encryption software
Data compression software

Question 5

Function of file management

Answer 5

OS allows user to create, move, delete, save and copy files or allocate to folder