The Evolution of Operating Systems
The Evolution of Operating Systems
Operating Systems
The history of operating systems is a fascinating journey spanning over decades.
From early mainframe systems to the era of cloud computing, OS has come a
long way. Let's dive into the world of Operating Systems!
by Prince Chauhan
Types of Operating Systems
Designed for traditional computers that are Designed for smartphones, tablets, and Designed for server hardware, which
not mobile, like laptops and desktops. wearables. Examples include Android and operate applications and services essential
iOS. for businesses and organizations.
Functions of an Operating System
Resource Management Security User Interface
An OS allocates system resources like An OS protects the system against An OS provides an interface that
CPU time, memory, and I/O devices to unauthorized access, viruses, and other enables users to interact with the
ensure the efficient functioning of the online threats, safeguarding the user's system, in the form of desktops, icons,
system. privacy and data. and menus.
Operating System Components
System Services
File System
The collection of background services that
The component responsible for managing files perform tasks like maintenance, updates, and
and folders, and their access rights. backups.
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The central component that manages memory, The component responsible for managing
devices, and system calls. peripheral devices like printers, scanners, and
speakers.
Operating System Security
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Firewalls act as a barrier between the user's Encryption is used to protect sensitive data Antivirus software scans the computer for
computer and the internet, by preventing and make it unreadable to anyone without viruses and malware, and removes them to
unauthorized access. proper authorization. keep the system secure.
Challenges in Operating System
Design
1 Compatibility 2 Reliability
3 Performance
OS will play a critical role in cloud computing, a growing trend The virtual reality space is fast evolving, and OS will be an
that offers high flexibility and scalability. essential part of that growth.
Conclusion