Identify the correct definition of Shell.
- A. A programmatic way for an application to request a service from the operating system's kernel.
- B. A user interface that allows users to interact with the operating system by issuing commands. ✓
- C. A technique that stores data temporarily for a device such as a printer so a slower device does not block faster processes.
- D. A synchronization object that allows only one thread to access a resource at a time.
Correct answer
B. A user interface that allows users to interact with the operating system by issuing commands.
Explanation
Shell refers to a user interface that allows users to interact with the operating system by issuing commands.