Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is the main function of an operating system?

To manage applications

To manage hardware resources

An operating system manages the hardware resources of a computer, such as memory, storage, and processing power. A is incorrect because an operating system does not manage applications, it simply allows them to run on the hardware. C is incorrect because while an operating system does provide an interface for the user to interact with the computer, this is not its main function. D is incorrect because an operating system does not actually execute programs, it directs the hardware to execute them.

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To provide an interface between the user and the computer

To execute programs

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