Linux Chapter 1 Exam Graded A+
Every computer consists of physical components and nonphysical components. The
nonphysical components of a computer that understand how to work with the physical
components are referred to as - ANS-software
The operating system software is necessary for a computer to function. True or False? -
ANS-True
Linux is a ___________ and ___________ operating system. - ANS-Multiuser and
Multitasking
The core component of the Linux operating system is the Linux kernel. If you were a
Linux systems administrator for a company, when would you need to upgrade your
Linux kernel? - ANS-1. When you need to have support in Linux for new hardware.
2. When you need to increase the stability of Linux.
A production kernel refers to a kernel whose - ANS-Minor is even
A development kernel refers to a kernel whose - ANS-Minor is odd
Kernel 3.10.4
Which number is major, minor, and revision? - ANS-3 = Major
10 = Minor
4 = Revision
Many types of software are available today. Which type of software does Linux
represent? - ANS-Open Source Software (OSS)
What are characteristics of Open Source Software - ANS-1. The software is developed
collaboratively.
2. Any bugs are fixed quickly.
What are some good reasons for using Linux in a corporate environment? - ANS-1.
Linux is unlikely to be abandoned by its developers
2. Linux is secure and has a lower total cost of ownership than other operating systems.
3. Linux is widely available for many platforms and supports many programming
languages.
What are common methods for gaining support for Linux? - ANS-1. How to documents
2. Local Linux groups
3. Internet Newsgroups
