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Operating Systems and Software

This exercise centers on identifying operating systems and software types by matching terms like file systems, process management, and software categories with associated definitions.


Multi-User Operating System
Backup Software
Memory Management
Proprietary Software
Spreadsheet Software
Open Source Software
Word Processor
Kernel
Device Management
Networking Protocols
Driver
Embedded Operating System
GUI
Process Management
File System
CLI
Real-Time Operating System
Virtualization Software
Antivirus Software
Tools used to create a copy of important data
Specialized OS designed for embedded devices
Core component of the operating system managing hardware and system resources
Graphical User Interface enabling visual interaction with the operating system
Used for managing and analyzing data in table format
Controls execution of programs and multitasking
Software for creating and editing text documents
Freely available software with source code access
Designed to process data in real time with minimal delays
Protects systems from malware and viruses
Commercial software with restricted licensing
Supports multiple simultaneous users
Allocates and optimizes system RAM usage
Handles communication with peripheral devices
Command Line Interface for keyboard-based system interaction
Software enabling communication between OS and hardware
Manages storage and retrieval of data on a disk
Rules and conventions for data exchange over a network
Allows users to run virtual machines on a single physical host