Practice Choosing an Operating System - 7.2 | 7. Setting Up Development Environment | Advanced Programming
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Choosing an Operating System

7.2 - Choosing an Operating System

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary purpose of Windows in software development?

💡 Hint: Think about the frameworks and tools associated with Windows.

Question 2 Easy

Name one tool commonly used in macOS development.

💡 Hint: Consider the Apple ecosystem.

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Question 1

Which operating system is preferred for .NET development?

Linux
Windows
macOS

💡 Hint: Consider the ecosystem and tools available.

Question 2

True or False: Linux is more flexible for custom development environments.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about open-source advantages.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are tasked with developing a cross-platform web application. Which operating system would you choose and why? Detail the tools and support available for your chosen OS.

💡 Hint: Consider the specific requirements of the application and the tools available.

Challenge 2 Hard

Identify a scenario where developing on macOS could limit your application’s compatibility, discussing how using Linux might solve those issues.

💡 Hint: Think about the ecosystems and how they interact with different platforms.

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