Operating SystemsQuestion 40 of 100
What is the benefit of keeping an operating system updated with patches?
a.It fixes security vulnerabilities and bugs
b.It permanently increases storage capacity
c.It replaces the need for a CPU
d.It removes the need for backups
Explanation
Operating system updates deliver security patches, bug fixes, and sometimes new features. Applying them promptly closes vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit. Patch management is a key responsibility of system administrators.
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