Practice Definition - 1.2.1 | 1. Operating System (OS) and Graphical User | ICSE 8 Computer Applications
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Question 1 Easy

What does OS stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what manages hardware and software.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of using a GUI.

💡 Hint: Consider how you interact with your computer.

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Question 1

What is one of the main functions of an Operating System?

File Management
User Command
Hardware Design

💡 Hint: Think about what helps you store and locate your documents.

Question 2

True or False: GUI stands for General User Interface.

True
False

💡 Hint: What does the 'G' in GUI signify?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss how an OS ensures efficient resource utilization in a scenario where multiple applications are running simultaneously.

💡 Hint: Consider examples of how tasks are prioritized.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using a CLI versus a GUI.

💡 Hint: Which one do you think is better for a beginner and why?

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