Operating Systems
6 reference items
Which open-source operating system kernel was created by Linus Torvalds?
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Linux
Explanation
Linus Torvalds released the Linux kernel in 1991 as free, open-source software.
Which operating system is developed by Apple for Mac computers?
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macOS
Explanation
Apple developed macOS (formerly OS X) exclusively for its Macintosh hardware family.
Which dominant operating system is developed by Microsoft?
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Windows
Explanation
Microsoft Windows is the world's most widely used desktop operating system.
Which mobile operating system is developed by Google?
A
Android
Explanation
Google's Android is the leading open-source mobile OS based on the Linux kernel.
Which Unix-based mobile operating system is developed by Apple?
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iOS
Explanation
iOS is Apple's proprietary closed-source operating system for iPhones.
What is the core component of an operating system that manages hardware?
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Kernel
Explanation
The kernel sits directly between hardware resources and software applications.