India Exam Junction
[PSSSB JE (CIVIL PUB HEALTH), 2024]
6. What is the primary function of the operating system in a computer?
Execute programs
Manage hardware resources
Create documents and files
Connect to the internet
Correct Answer :
Manage hardware resources
Solution
Manage hardware resources: This is the core function of an operating system. The OS acts as an intermediary between the user and the computer hardware, managing resources such as the CPU, memory, disk drives, and peripherals to ensure that software applications run smoothly.