Classification of Operating Systems


 
 
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Classification of Operating Systems

Classification of Operating Systems:

  • Multi-user : allows two or more user's to run programs at the same time. Some operating systems permit hundreds or even thousands of concurrent users.
  • Multiprocessing: It supports running a program on more than one CPU.
  • Multitasking : It allows more than one program to run concurrently.
  • Multi threading : It allows different parts of a single program to run concurrently.
  • Real-time: It responds to input instantly. General-purpose operating systems, such as DOS and UNIX, are not real-time
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    Question : 1

    Which operating system allows only one user at a time ?

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 2

    An operating system is said to be multi-user, if ________________________

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 3

    System running more than one process concurrently are called ________________

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