What does Kernel refer to?
- A. The method an operating system uses to organize, name, and store files on storage devices.
- B. The core part of an operating system that manages hardware resources and communication between hardware and software. ✓
- C. A signal that pauses the CPU's current activity so it can handle an urgent event immediately.
- D. The smallest unit of execution within a process that can be scheduled independently.
Correct answer
B. The core part of an operating system that manages hardware resources and communication between hardware and software.
Explanation
Kernel refers to the core part of an operating system that manages hardware resources and communication between hardware and software.