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220-1002 · Question #831

Which of the following operating systems utilizes a web browser as the medium between the user and the applications, storing data in the cloud?

The correct answer is A. Google Chrome. This question refers to Chrome OS (Google's operating system), which uses the Google Chrome web browser as its primary user interface. In Chrome OS, virtually all applications run as web apps within the browser, and user data is primarily stored in the cloud (Google Drive). The…

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Question

Which of the following operating systems utilizes a web browser as the medium between the user and the applications, storing data in the cloud?

Options

  • AGoogle Chrome
  • BRed Hat Enterprise Linux
  • CMac OS X
  • DMicrosoft Windows 7

How the community answered

(39 responses)
  • A
    90% (35)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    3% (1)

Explanation

This question refers to Chrome OS (Google's operating system), which uses the Google Chrome web browser as its primary user interface. In Chrome OS, virtually all applications run as web apps within the browser, and user data is primarily stored in the cloud (Google Drive). The answer choice 'Google Chrome' here refers to Chrome OS/Chromebook rather than the standalone browser. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (B) and Mac OS X (C) are traditional desktop operating systems with native application support. Windows 7 (D) is a conventional OS where apps run locally. Note: the question uses 'Google Chrome' loosely to refer to Chrome OS, which is a common simplification in exam contexts.

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#Chrome OS#cloud-based OS#web browser interface#cloud computing

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