Which function of the OS keeps track of who is accessing the system and what they are allowed to do?

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A Memory Management
B Processor Management
C User Authentication and Access Control
D Spooling

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Answer: C. User Authentication and Access Control

Answer: C
Explanation: The OS manages user identities (usernames/passwords) and assigns permissions (read, write, execute) to ensure only authorized users access specific data.

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Which function of the OS keeps track of who is accessing the system and what they are allowed to do?

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