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Which part of the system software always resides in main memory ?

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text editor
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Loader
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Solution

The correct option is D Loader

Loader part of the system software always resides in main memory.

Loaderis a part of operating system which is used for loading programs. It is one of the essential stages in the process of starting a program, as it places programs into memory and prepares them for execution. Loading a program involves tasks such as reading the contents of the executable file containing the program instructions into memory, and then carrying out other required preparatory tasks to prepare the executable for running.

System softwareis computer software designed to provide a platform to other software. Examples of system software include operating systems, computational science software, game engines, industrial automation, and software as service applications.


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