The primary purpose of the ________ is to allow shared file and printer access among multiple computers in a network.

Correct answer is Network operating System

Key Points

• A network operating system (NOS) is a computer operating system (OS) that is designed primarily to support workstations, personal computers, and, in some instances, older terminals that are connected to a local area network (LAN).
• The software behind a NOS allows multiple devices within a network to communicate and share resources with each other.
• The primary purpose of the Network Operating System is to allow shared file and printer access among multiple computers in a network.
• Features of network operating systems are
  • Basic support for operating systems like protocol and processor support, hardware detection, and multiprocessing.
  • Common file system and database sharing.
  • Network security capabilities such as user authentication and access control. Directory
  • Backup and web services.
  • Internet working.
  • Printer and application sharing.