ITI (Trade - COPA) Day-6

ITI COPA (Computer Operator & Programming Assistant) – Basic Notes

Topic -Introduction Windows Operating System

1. Introduction to Operating System

An Operating System (OS) is system software that acts as an interface between the user and computer hardware. It manages hardware resources and provides services to computer programs.

Functions of Operating System:

• Process management

• Memory management

• File system management

• Device management

• User interface (GUI/CLI)

Examples of Operating Systems:
Windows, Linux, macOS, UNIX, Android

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2. Main Features of Windows OS

Windows is a Graphical User Interface (GUI) based operating system developed by Microsoft.

Key Features:

• User-friendly graphical interface

• Multitasking capability

• Plug and Play support

• File and folder management

• Built-in utilities (Calculator, Notepad, Paint)

• Networking and Internet support

• Security features (Password, Firewall, Defender)

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3. Concept of Various Shortcut Commands

Shortcut keys are key combinations that perform tasks quickly without using the mouse.

Advantages of Shortcut Keys:

• Saves time

• Improves productivity

• Easy and fast operation

Common Shortcut Keys:

• Ctrl + C → Copy

• Ctrl + V → Paste

• Ctrl + X → Cut

• Ctrl + Z → Undo

• Ctrl + S → Save

• Alt + F4 → Close active window

• Windows + E → Open File Explorer

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MCQ Questions (30 Questions for CBT Exam)

1. What is an Operating System?

A) Application software
B) Hardware
C) System software
D) Utility software
Ans: C

2. Which OS is developed by Microsoft?

A) Linux
B) UNIX
C) Windows
D) macOS
Ans: C

3. GUI stands for:

A) General User Interface
B) Graphical User Interface
C) Global User Interface
D) Graphic Utility Interface
Ans: B

4. Which of the following is NOT an OS?

A) Windows
B) Linux
C) MS Word
D) UNIX
Ans: C

5. Which OS feature allows running multiple programs at a time?

A) Multiuser
B) Multitasking
C) Multiprocessing
D) Multilevel
Ans: B

6. File Explorer shortcut key is:

A) Windows + D
B) Windows + E
C) Windows + L
D) Ctrl + E
Ans: B

7. Shortcut for Copy is:

A) Ctrl + V
B) Ctrl + X
C) Ctrl + C
D) Ctrl + Z
Ans: C

8. Shortcut key to Paste is:

A) Ctrl + P
B) Ctrl + V
C) Ctrl + C
D) Ctrl + S
Ans: B

9. Which shortcut is used to Save a file?

A) Ctrl + A
B) Ctrl + S
C) Ctrl + D
D) Ctrl + F
Ans: B

10. Shortcut to Undo an action:

A) Ctrl + Y
B) Ctrl + X
C) Ctrl + Z
D) Ctrl + U
Ans: C

11. Which shortcut closes an active window?

A) Ctrl + W
B) Alt + F4
C) Ctrl + Alt + Del
D) Alt + Tab
Ans: B

12. Shortcut to switch between open applications:

A) Alt + Tab
B) Ctrl + Tab
C) Shift + Tab
D) Windows + Tab
Ans: A

13. Which key opens Start Menu?

A) Ctrl
B) Alt
C) Shift
D) Windows
Ans: D

14. Which utility is used for simple calculations?

A) Notepad
B) Paint
C) Calculator
D) WordPad
Ans: C

15. Which is used to create text files?

A) Paint
B) Calculator
C) Notepad
D) Media Player
Ans: C

16. Windows OS is based on:

A) CLI only
B) GUI only
C) Both GUI and CLI
D) None
Ans: C

17. Shortcut to Lock the computer:

A) Windows + D
B) Windows + L
C) Windows + E
D) Windows + R
Ans: B

18. Shortcut to Run dialog box:

A) Windows + R
B) Ctrl + R
C) Alt + R
D) Shift + R
Ans: A

19. Which manages files and folders?

A) Control Panel
B) Task Manager
C) File Explorer
D) Command Prompt
Ans: C

20. Shortcut to Select All:

A) Ctrl + A
B) Ctrl + S
C) Ctrl + X
D) Ctrl + D
Ans: A

21. Which is system software?

A) Excel
B) PowerPoint
C) Windows
D) Chrome
Ans: C

22. Which feature detects hardware automatically?

A) Multitasking
B) Plug and Play
C) GUI
D) Security
Ans: B

23. Shortcut to Minimize all windows:

A) Windows + M
B) Windows + D
C) Alt + M
D) Ctrl + M
Ans: B

24. Which tool shows running programs?

A) File Explorer
B) Control Panel
C) Task Manager
D) Notepad
Ans: C

25. Which shortcut opens Task Manager?

A) Ctrl + Shift + Esc
B) Alt + F4
C) Ctrl + Alt + Tab
D) Ctrl + Esc
Ans: A

26. Which OS feature provides security?

A) Firewall
B) Multitasking
C) GUI
D) Explorer
Ans: A

27. Shortcut for Cut:

A) Ctrl + C
B) Ctrl + V
C) Ctrl + X
D) Ctrl + Z
Ans: C

28. Shortcut to Refresh screen:

A) F1
B) F2
C) F5
D) F12
Ans: C

29. Which program is used for drawing?

A) WordPad
B) Paint
C) Notepad
D) Calculator
Ans: B

30. Windows OS is an example of:

A) Application software
B) System software
C) Utility software
D) Firmware

Ans: B