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Which can be used to prevent a user program from never returning control to the operating system?
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Define how operating system is a control program?
operating system is a control program as it allow multiple task to performed on same window.
The master control program that oversees a computers operations is called its?
Operating System.
What program has control of an x86 computer when the user is able to choose which operating system to boot?
At this stage, the BIOS still has primary control of the computer. It has loaded a program known as a "bootloader", which loads the operating system kernel (or another bootloader) and hands control over to it.
Is the kernel in a unix os a program?
The kernel is the central control program of Unix and the majority of other operating systems.
Difference between application program and a operating system?
The operating system is the Main program that runs the applications. Think of you as the "operator" of the car, and the car is the application. You control the car to go.
A disadvantage of preemptive multitalsking is the operating system loses control if one program stops operating properly?
In preemptive multitasking, when a program does not work properly, the operating system regains control instead of losing it to continue smooth operation. Preemptive multitasking creates reliability of the computer system.
What does an operating system control?
An operating system takes control by effectively managing user input. It also manages both external and internal requests. This can include program and application requests, along with information sent via keystrokes and other protocols. The main function of any operating system is to assist the CPU in facilitating user and program functions.
What is system view?
An operating system is a resource allocated a computer system has many resource that may be required to solve a problem: CPU time, memory space, file storage space and I/O device. A control program manage the execution of user program to prevent the error and improper computer it is especially concerned with the operation and control the I/O devices.
Is operating system a program?
yes, operating system is a program
What type of correctional program is used to plan the best way to control or prevent hazards in the event of an emergency?
Q: What type of correctional program is used to plan the best way to control or prevent hazards in the event of an emergency?
What is return means in programming?
A return statement exits the function in which it is declared and gives control to the calling code. Returning from the main function exits the program and gives control to the execution environment.
Are dos and operating system both the same?
No. 'DOS' is an acronym meaning 'disk operating system'; not the same thing as 'an operating system'. All thumbs are fingers, but not all fingers are thumbs. For instance; CP/M[1] (the precursor of MS-DOS[2]) is an operating system. As is NOVELL. There are many other examples. [1] Originally "Control Program and Monitor", though later changed to "Control Program for Microprocessors". [2] Microsoft DOS
