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Palm OS: Exploring the Pioneering Mobile Operating System

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When was the first Palm OS device released?

  1. 1996

  2. 1997

  3. 1998

  4. 1999


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first Palm OS device, the Palm Pilot 1000, was released in 1996.

Which company developed the Palm OS?

  1. Apple

  2. Microsoft

  3. Palm Computing

  4. Google


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Palm Computing, later acquired by U.S. Robotics and then by Palm, Inc., developed the Palm OS.

What was the primary input method for Palm OS devices?

  1. Stylus

  2. Keyboard

  3. Touchscreen

  4. Mouse


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Palm OS devices primarily used a stylus for input, allowing users to interact with the touchscreen interface.

Which of the following was a popular application for Palm OS devices?

  1. Microsoft Word

  2. Adobe Photoshop

  3. Palm Address Book

  4. Excel


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Palm Address Book was a popular application for managing contacts and appointments on Palm OS devices.

What was the file extension for Palm OS applications?

  1. .prc

  2. .apk

  3. .ipa

  4. .exe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Palm OS applications typically had the file extension ".prc".

Which of the following was a notable feature of the Palm OS?

  1. Multitasking

  2. Virtual Memory

  3. Bluetooth Connectivity

  4. Wi-Fi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Palm OS introduced multitasking capabilities, allowing multiple applications to run simultaneously.

What was the name of the web browser included with Palm OS devices?

  1. Internet Explorer

  2. Safari

  3. Opera Mini

  4. Palm Web


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Palm Web was the default web browser included with Palm OS devices.

Which of the following was a popular Palm OS device?

  1. Palm Pilot

  2. BlackBerry

  3. iPhone

  4. Windows Mobile


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Palm Pilot was a popular Palm OS device known for its compact size and innovative design.

What was the name of the operating system that succeeded Palm OS?

  1. Windows Mobile

  2. Android

  3. iOS

  4. webOS


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

webOS was the successor to Palm OS, developed by Palm, Inc.

Which company acquired Palm, Inc. in 2010?

  1. Apple

  2. Google

  3. Microsoft

  4. Hewlett-Packard


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Hewlett-Packard acquired Palm, Inc. in 2010.

What was the primary programming language used to develop Palm OS applications?

  1. C++

  2. Java

  3. Python

  4. Objective-C


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

C++ was the primary programming language used to develop Palm OS applications.

Which of the following was a popular third-party application for Palm OS devices?

  1. Angry Birds

  2. Candy Crush Saga

  3. Google Maps

  4. Pandora


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pandora was a popular third-party application for Palm OS devices, allowing users to stream music.

What was the name of the Palm OS emulator for Windows?

  1. Palm Desktop

  2. Pocket PC Emulator

  3. Android Emulator

  4. iPhone Simulator


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Palm Desktop was the Palm OS emulator for Windows, allowing users to synchronize their Palm OS devices with their computers.

Which of the following was a notable feature of the Palm OS Graffiti input method?

  1. Swype

  2. Multi-touch

  3. Gesture Recognition

  4. Predictive Text


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Palm OS Graffiti input method introduced predictive text, helping users type faster and more accurately.

What was the name of the Palm OS application that allowed users to manage their personal information?

  1. Palm Address Book

  2. Palm Calendar

  3. Palm Memo Pad

  4. Palm To-Do List


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Palm Address Book was the Palm OS application that allowed users to manage their contacts and appointments.

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