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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following best defines the term cross-platform application?


A) A program used to coordinate data sharing among multiple devices
B) An operating system that incorporates aspects of multiple operating systems
C) An app that communicates between devices on a network
D) An application that runs the same way on multiple operating systems

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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OneDrive is a cloud server from ______.


A) Apple
B) Google
C) Firefox
D) Microsoft

E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

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Open source software has no restrictions from the copyright holder regarding modification of the software's internal instructions.

A) True
B) False

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Virtualization is the practice of sharing or pooling computing resources, such as servers or storage devices.

A) True
B) False

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about operating systems?


A) Servers do not run the same operating system as tablets or laptops.
B) It is not possible to run more than one operating system on the same computer.
C) The same types of computers may run different operating systems.
D) Operating systems often are written to run on specific types of computers.

E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT What is the difference between sleep and hibernate mode?


A) No difference -- they are the same.
B) Hibernate mode is used with Apple computers and sleep for Windows.
C) With sleep mode the computer is placed in a low-power state.
D) Sleep mode is activated by pushing the power button.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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COGNITIVE ASSESSMENT Which of the following is NOT true about network security?


A) The operating system on a network does not record unsuccessful sign-in attempts.
B) A user account enables a user to sign in to a network or computer.
C) Some operating systems allow the network administrator to assign passwords to files and commands.
D) Permissions define who can access resources and when they can access the resources.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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List common operating system functions.

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Most operating systems perform similar f...

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Google names its ______ releases after sweet treats, such as Jelly Bean and Marshmallow.

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In a multitasking operating system, ______ programs are running but not in use.


A) inactive
B) idle
C) unopened
D) background

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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A cold boot generally is faster than a warm boot.

A) True
B) False

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The network ______ uses the operating system on the network to configure the network, install software, and control network security.

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With a(n) ______ user interface, users interact with the software through ordinary, intuitive behavior such as touch, gesture, and voice.


A) custom
B) natural
C) personal
D) virtual

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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Desktop operating systems sometimes are called ______ operating systems because they also work in conjunction with a server operating system.


A) partner
B) multiplatform
C) client
D) compatible

E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

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A(n) ______ is a small program that tells the operating system how to communicate with a specific device.


A) spooler
B) app
C) interpreter
D) driver

E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

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Identify the letter of the choice that best matches the phrase or definition.

Premises
Enables user to access all files and programs on the computer or network, install programs, and specify settings that affect all users on a computer, mobile device, or network
Typically has one program running at a time, though others may be running in the background
A unique combination of characters that identifies a specific user
If application software has stopped responding and the hard disk's LED blinks repeatedly, the operating system probably is doing this.
The operating system allocates a portion of a storage medium, such as a hard drive or a USB flash drive, to function as additional RAM.
When working with a command-line interface, the set of commands entered into the computer is called this
Saves any open documents and programs to RAM, turns off all unneeded functions, and then places the computer in a low-power state.
A Windows Phone app that provides a centralized location for coupons
A private combination of characters associated with the user name that allows access to certain computer resources
Enables you to sync mail, calendars, contacts, and other items on iOS
Define who can access certain resources and when they can access those resources
The practice of sharing or pooling computing resources, such as servers
Saves any open documents and programs to an internal hard drive before removing power from the computer or device
A popular, multitasking UNIX-based operating system
Android app store that provides access to apps, songs, books, and movies
Responses
hibernate
permissions
thrashing
Wallet
virtual memory
administrator account
iCloud
user name
password
Linux
mobile operating system
command language
Google Play
sleep mode
virtualization

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Enables user to access all files and programs on the computer or network, install programs, and specify settings that affect all users on a computer, mobile device, or network
Typically has one program running at a time, though others may be running in the background
A unique combination of characters that identifies a specific user
If application software has stopped responding and the hard disk's LED blinks repeatedly, the operating system probably is doing this.
The operating system allocates a portion of a storage medium, such as a hard drive or a USB flash drive, to function as additional RAM.
When working with a command-line interface, the set of commands entered into the computer is called this
Saves any open documents and programs to RAM, turns off all unneeded functions, and then places the computer in a low-power state.
A Windows Phone app that provides a centralized location for coupons
A private combination of characters associated with the user name that allows access to certain computer resources
Enables you to sync mail, calendars, contacts, and other items on iOS
Define who can access certain resources and when they can access those resources
The practice of sharing or pooling computing resources, such as servers
Saves any open documents and programs to an internal hard drive before removing power from the computer or device
A popular, multitasking UNIX-based operating system
Android app store that provides access to apps, songs, books, and movies

The start-up process is similar for large and small computers and mobile devices.

A) True
B) False

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Describe the basic functions of a server operating system. List and describe examples of server operating systems.

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A server operating system is a multiuser...

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Geofencing enables your phone to send or receive notifications when you enter or exit a geographic location.

A) True
B) False

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If thrashing occurs, try to exit the program. If that does not work, try a warm boot and then a cold boot.

A) True
B) False

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