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How Does Operating System Works

The operating system (OS) acts as the invisible conductor of the computer, orchestrating hardware and software. When a computer turns on, the OS wakes up the hardware, performs self-checks, and loads essential files. It then manages computer resources like the CPU, memory, and storage. The OS also provides a user interface and tools to interact with files, apps, and settings. Additionally, it allows communication between the computer and peripherals and implements security measures to protect the system.

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How Does Operating System Works

The operating system (OS) acts as the invisible conductor of the computer, orchestrating hardware and software. When a computer turns on, the OS wakes up the hardware, performs self-checks, and loads essential files. It then manages computer resources like the CPU, memory, and storage. The OS also provides a user interface and tools to interact with files, apps, and settings. Additionally, it allows communication between the computer and peripherals and implements security measures to protect the system.

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The operating system (OS) acts as the invisible conductor of your computer, orchestrating

the hardware and software to make everything work smoothly. Understanding how it
operates can demystify your daily computing experience. Here's a simplified breakdown:

1. Booting Up:

When you turn on your computer, the OS wakes up the hardware and performs a series of
self-checks. It then locates and loads essential files from the storage drive, culminating in
the familiar desktop or interface you see.

2. Resource Management:

The OS acts as a traffic controller for your computer's resources, which include:

● CPU: It splits processing tasks into "processes" and allocates CPU time to each
efficiently.
● Memory: It manages RAM, providing temporary storage for active programs and data.
● Storage: It controls access to storage devices like hard drives or SSDs, allowing you
to read, write, and organize files.

3. Software Interface:

The OS provides a user interface (UI) for you to interact with your computer. This includes
elements like the desktop, windows, icons, and menus. It also offers tools for managing
files, applications, and settings.

4. Device Communication:

The OS acts as a translator between your computer and its peripherals like printers,
keyboards, and external drives. It ensures they communicate properly and fulfill your
commands.

5. Security & Protection:

The OS plays a crucial role in safeguarding your computer from malware and unauthorized
access. It implements security measures like user accounts, permissions, and firewalls to
keep your system safe.

Key Concepts:

● Abstraction: The OS hides the complex hardware details from you, presenting a
simpler "virtual" computer for you to work with.
● Concurrency: The OS allows multiple programs to run simultaneously by sharing
resources efficiently.
● Security: The OS protects your system from unauthorized access and malicious
software.

Further Exploration:

If you'd like to delve deeper, here are some helpful resources:

● Video: How Do Operating Systems Work? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?


v=GjNp0bBrjmU
● Article: How Operating Systems Work: 10 Concepts you Should Know as a Developer
- https://data-notes.co/how-operating-systems-work-10-concepts-you-should-know-as-
a-developer-8d63bb38331f
● Book: Operating System Concepts Essentials by Abraham Silberschatz, Peter Galvin,
and Greg Gagne

Feel free to ask me any specific questions you may have about how the operating system
handles particular tasks or functions within your computer!

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