Operating Systems: Mobile, Desktop, Server, Embedded Systems. IT-FUNDAMENTALS-ITF-CERTIFICATION Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a characteristic of server operating systems?

   • ADesigned to provide services to multiple clients over a network
   • BEmbedded in devices like smart TVs and routers
   • CPrimarily used for personal productivity on a single computer
   • DOptimized for touch input and portability
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2. 7expert · medium

   A small business has a single server running Windows Server that hosts their file shares and a line-of-business application. They also have several desktop computers running Windows 10. The business is growing and needs to add a second server for a new database application. They want to keep administration simple. What is the most efficient way to add the new server?

   • AInstall Windows Server on the new computer and join it to the existing domain.
   • BInstall a Linux server distribution on the new computer and manage it separately.
   • CInstall Windows 10 on the new computer and use it as a database server.
   • DInstall an embedded OS on the new computer.
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4. 8application · medium

   A user is choosing between an iPhone and an Android phone. They are concerned about getting timely security updates and prefer a consistent user experience. Which statement is most accurate regarding these mobile operating systems?

   • ABoth iOS and Android receive updates directly from their respective developers at the same time.
   • BiOS updates are typically released by Apple for all supported devices at the same time, while Android updates depend on the device manufacturer.
   • CNeither iOS nor Android receives regular security updates.
   • DAndroid updates are typically released by Google for all supported devices at the same time, while iOS updates depend on the device manufacturer.
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5. 9expert · medium

   A startup is building a new cloud-based service. They need to deploy a web application that will be accessed by users over the internet. The application will run on a virtual machine in the cloud. The team wants to minimize licensing costs and have full control over the server environment. Which operating system should they choose for the virtual machine?

   • AAn embedded operating system like one in a router
   • BA Linux server distribution like Ubuntu Server
   • CA Windows desktop operating system like Windows 11
   • DA mobile operating system like iOS
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6. 10foundation · easy

   Which of the following is a common example of a server operating system?

   • AiOS
   • BAndroid
   • CWindows Server
   • DmacOS
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