Windows and Operating System Basics MCQs – Page 2

Solved MCQs on Windows shortcuts, file management, Recycle Bin, Task Manager, booting, file systems and operating system basics for clerk and operator tests.

1. 21

   The Android operating system is based on the kernel of:

   AmacOSBWindowsCLinuxDDOS

   Correct answer: C. Linux

   Android, developed by Google, is built on the Linux kernel.

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2. 22

   A folder created inside another folder is called a:

   ARoot folderBShortcutCLibraryDSubfolder

   Correct answer: D. Subfolder

   Subfolders help organize files into a hierarchy, such as Documents > Office > Letters.

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3. 23

   A shortcut icon on the desktop is:

   AA deleted fileBA compressed fileCA copy of the whole programDA link that points to a file, folder or program

   Correct answer: D. A link that points to a file, folder or program

   Deleting a shortcut does not delete the original file or program it points to.

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4. 24

   The Print Screen (PrtSc) key is used to:

   AOpen printer settingsBCapture an image of the screenCPrint the current documentDPause printing

   Correct answer: B. Capture an image of the screen

   PrtSc copies an image of the screen to the clipboard (or saves it, depending on settings). It does not print anything.

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5. 25

   Which of the following is NOT an operating system?

   AMicrosoft ExcelBWindowsCLinuxDmacOS

   Correct answer: A. Microsoft Excel

   Excel is application software that runs on an operating system. Windows, Linux and macOS are operating systems.

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