Operating SystemsQuestion 29 of 100
What does 'multitasking' mean in the context of an operating system?
a.Running the system on multiple monitors
b.The ability to run multiple processes seemingly at the same time
c.Installing multiple operating systems
d.Connecting to multiple networks at once
Explanation
Multitasking is the operating system's ability to manage multiple processes so they appear to run simultaneously. On a single core, the OS rapidly switches between processes, while multi-core CPUs can run several truly in parallel. Effective scheduling keeps the system responsive.
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