Selected MCQ

Current Question
The primary purpose of an operating system is ____.
  • A. To make the most efficient use of the computer hardware
  • B. To allow people to use the computer
  • C. To keep systems programmers employed
  • D. To allow computers to be easier to use
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The main purpose of an OS is to manage hardware resources efficiently.
Related Question 1
When was the Microsoft Windows operating system introduced?
  • A. 1975
  • B. 1985
  • C. 1990
  • D. 2000
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Microsoft Windows 1.0 was introduced in 1985.
Related Question 2
In which generation of computer operating systems was it used for the first time?
  • A. 1st
  • B. 2nd
  • C. 3rd
  • D. 4th
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Operating systems became common in the third generation (1960s) with the advent of integrated circuits.
Related Question 3
What is the primary purpose of the Autocorrect feature in Microsoft Word?
  • A. Formula
  • B. Grammatical Mistakes
  • C. Misspellings
  • D. None of these
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
AutoCorrect mainly fixes spelling mistakes.
Related Question 4
If in Windows Operating system, ____ is known as a File Manager.
  • A. Windows Explorer
  • B. MS Word
  • C. MS Excel
  • D. My Documents
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Windows Explorer is the built-in file manager.
Related Question 5
Which one is an Operating System?
  • A. Harvard Graphics
  • B. Windows 2000
  • C. MS-Office
  • D. C++
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Windows 2000 is a complete operating system.