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212 Software, Operating Systems and Programming (Computer) questions asked in recent SSC and Railway exams, newest first, with exam, date & shift, answers and solutions – page 3 of 3.

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RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 2 · Operating system - functions and types

Q201. In the context of file systems, what is the primary purpose of a file system 'metadata'?

  1. (a) To store the actual content and data of the files
  2. (b) To define the graphical representation of files and folders for the user
  3. (c) To optimise the physical storage of file data on the storage device for faster access
  4. (d) To record information about the files and directories, such as their names, sizes, timestamps and permissions
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) To record information about the files and directories, such as their names, sizes, timestamps and permissions

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 3 · Windows features and utilities

Q202. In the context of file deletion, what is the typical immediate effect of moving a file to the 'Trash' or 'Recycle Bin' in a GUI-based Operating System?

  1. (a) The file is moved to a special directory, and its directory entry is updated, but the data remains on the storage device.
  2. (b) The file is compressed and archived before being permanently deleted.
  3. (c) The file's metadata (inode or equivalent) is immediately purged from the file system.
  4. (d) The file's data is immediately overwritten and unrecoverable.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The file is moved to a special directory, and its directory entry is updated, but the data remains on the storage device.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 9 June 2025 Shift 3 · Windows features and utilities

Q203. Which feature in Windows allows you to create shortcuts to frequently used folders for easier access?

  1. (a) Libraries
  2. (b) Task Bar
  3. (c) Quick Access
  4. (d) File Explorer
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Quick Access

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 6 June 2025 Shift 1 · Windows features and utilities

Q204. Which of the following characters is NOT allowed in a filename when renaming in Windows?

  1. (a) ? (question mark)
  2. (b) # (hash)
  3. (c) _ (underscore)
  4. (d) - (hyphen)
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) ? (question mark)

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 6 June 2025 Shift 1 · Windows features and utilities

Q205. Which command in Windows 10 CMD will delete all .log files in the current directory without asking for confirmation?

  1. (a) del *.log /q
  2. (b) del *.log
  3. (c) del *.log /p
  4. (d) erase *.log
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) del *.log /q

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 6 June 2025 Shift 2 · Operating system - functions and types

Q206. Consider a hierarchical file system. If a user attempts to delete a non-empty directory using a standard 'delete directory' command without any recursive options, what is the most likely outcome?

  1. (a) The operating system will prompt the user for confirmation to delete each item within the directory.
  2. (b) The operating system will automatically delete all files and subdirectories within it.
  3. (c) Only the directory structure will be removed, leaving the files and subdirectories orphaned.
  4. (d) The operating system will return an error indicating that the directory is not empty.
Answer & solution

Answer: (d) The operating system will return an error indicating that the directory is not empty.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 3 · Operating system - functions and types

Q207. What is the fundamental difference between a 'cold boot' and a 'warm boot' of a computer system?

  1. (a) A cold boot preserves the current state of applications, while a warm boot closes them.
  2. (b) A cold boot only reloads the kernel, while a warm boot reinitializes all hardware components.
  3. (c) A cold boot restarts the operating system from a powered-off state, while a warm boot restarts it from a running state.
  4. (d) A cold boot is initiated by the user, while a warm boot is initiated by the operating system due to an error.
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) A cold boot restarts the operating system from a powered-off state, while a warm boot restarts it from a running state.

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 1 · Popular operating systems

Q208. Which of the following is an example of an operating system commonly used on desktop computers?

  1. (a) Windows 10
  2. (b) Adobe Photoshop
  3. (c) Google Chrome
  4. (d) Microsoft Word
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Windows 10

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 2 · Operating system - functions and types

Q209. Which of the following best encapsulates the role of an operating system's kernel?

  1. (a) Managing user accounts and access permissions
  2. (b) Providing the graphical user interface for user interaction
  3. (c) Acting as the core interface between applications and the system hardware
  4. (d) Offering a suite of utility programs for file management and system configuration
Answer & solution

Answer: (c) Acting as the core interface between applications and the system hardware

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 2 · Operating system - functions and types

Q210. What is the primary function of an operating system in a laptop?

  1. (a) To manage hardware and software resources
  2. (b) To edit videos
  3. (c) To run internet browsers only
  4. (d) To type documents
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) To manage hardware and software resources

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 2 · Popular operating systems

Q211. What is the function of Alt + F2 in the Linux GNOME desktop environment?

  1. (a) Opens the Run Command dialog box
  2. (b) Toggles between full-screen and windowed mode
  3. (c) Refreshes the current window
  4. (d) Closes the current application
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) Opens the Run Command dialog box

RRB NTPC GL CBT-1 2024-25 – 5 June 2025 Shift 3 · Windows features and utilities

Q212. What happens when you press the Delete key after selecting a file in File Explorer in Windows OS?

  1. (a) The file is sent to the Recycle Bin.
  2. (b) The file is permanently deleted.
  3. (c) The file is renamed.
  4. (d) The file is opened.
Answer & solution

Answer: (a) The file is sent to the Recycle Bin.

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