Which of the following components of an Operating System remains permanently in the main memory (RAM) during the entire computer session? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following components of an Operating System remains permanently in the main memory (RAM) during the entire computer session?
A. Application Software
B. Device Driver
C. Compiler
D. Kernel
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The kernel is the core component of an Operating System that is loaded into the main memory during booting and remains there until the system is shut down.

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