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An Operating System Is A Program Designed To Run Other Programs On A

An operating system is a program that manages hardware and software resources and allows other programs to run. It controls memory allocation, input/output, file management, and security. Larger operating systems monitor multiple users and programs running simultaneously. There are multiuser, multiprocessing, multitasking, and real-time operating systems. A multiuser system allows multiple users to run programs at once, while a multiprocessing system runs programs across multiple CPUs. Today, most operating systems have graphical user interfaces using pointing devices like mice. Common operating systems include Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and Unix variations.

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An Operating System Is A Program Designed To Run Other Programs On A

An operating system is a program that manages hardware and software resources and allows other programs to run. It controls memory allocation, input/output, file management, and security. Larger operating systems monitor multiple users and programs running simultaneously. There are multiuser, multiprocessing, multitasking, and real-time operating systems. A multiuser system allows multiple users to run programs at once, while a multiprocessing system runs programs across multiple CPUs. Today, most operating systems have graphical user interfaces using pointing devices like mice. Common operating systems include Windows, Mac OS X, Linux, and Unix variations.

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An operating system is a program designed to run other programs on a 

computer. A computer’s operating


system is its most important program. It is considered the backbone of a computer, managing
both software and hardware resources. Operating systems are responsible for everything from the control
and allocation of memory to recognizing input from external devices and transmitting output to computer
displays. They also manage files on computer hard drives and control peripherals, like printers and
scanners.

The operating system of a large computer system has even more work to do. Such operating systems
monitor different programs and users, making sure everything runs smoothly, without interference,
despite the fact that numerous devices and programs are used simultaneously. An operating system also
has a vital role to play in security. Its job includes preventing unauthorized users from accessing the
computer system.

There are multiuser, multiprocessing, multitasking, multithreading, and real-timeoperating systems. A


multiuser operating system enables multiple users to run programs simultaneously. This type of operating
system may be used for just a few people or hundreds of them. In fact, there are some operating systems
that are used to allow thousands of people to run programs at the same time.

A multiprocessing operating system allows a program to run on more than one central processing unit
(CPU) at a time. This can come in very handy in some work environments, at schools, and even for some
home-computing situations. Multitasking operating systems work a little differently; they make it possible
to run more than one program at a time. Multithreading operating systems are even more different,
allowing varied parts of one program to be used simultaneously.

Real-time operating systems are designed to allow computers to process and respond to input instantly.
Usually, general-purpose operating systems, such as disk operating system (DOS), are not considered
real time, as they may require seconds or minutes to respond to input. Real-time operating systems are
typically used when computers must react to the consistent input of information without delay. For
example, real-time operating systems may be used in navigation.

Today’s operating systems tend to have graphical user interfaces (GUIs) that employ pointing devices for
input. A mouse is an example of such a pointing device, as is a stylus. Commonly used operating
systems for IBM-compatiblepersonal computers include Microsoft Windows, Linux, and Unix variations.
For Macintosh computers, Mac OS X, Linux, BSD, and some Windows variants are commonly used.

Windows 7 Ubuntu 9.10 Installation

 Pros  Pros
- Install is quick, easy - Option to “try before
and painless. you install” using the
- After working through a Live CD feature
few wizard screens at the - Can easily install as a
beginning, the install is dual boot or even inside
automatic Windows using the Wubi
 Cons installer
- None really  Cons
 - Unless you’re luck to
get a CD, you do have to
mess about with .ISO
files and burn a disc. If
you’re happy doing that,
it’s not really a problem.

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