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Operating System

An operating system (OS) is crucial software that manages hardware resources and provides a user interface, acting as a bridge between hardware and applications. It can be categorized into various types such as batch, time-sharing, and real-time systems, and consists of components like the kernel, user interface, file system, process management, and device drivers. Future trends include cloud-based systems, IoT operating systems, and enhanced security features.

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Operating System

An operating system (OS) is crucial software that manages hardware resources and provides a user interface, acting as a bridge between hardware and applications. It can be categorized into various types such as batch, time-sharing, and real-time systems, and consists of components like the kernel, user interface, file system, process management, and device drivers. Future trends include cloud-based systems, IoT operating systems, and enhanced security features.

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Operating System

An operating system (OS) is essential software that manages


hardware resources and provides a user interface. It acts as a
bridge between hardware and applications, ensuring efficient
operation and resource allocation.
Introduction to Operating
Systems
Definition of Operating System
An operating system is software that manages computer
hardware and resources while providing common services for
computer programs.

Purpose of an OS
The primary purpose of an operating system is to manage
hardware resources, provide a user interface, and execute
application software efficiently while ensuring security.

Types of Operating Systems


Operating systems can be classified into categories such as
batch, time-sharing, distributed, network, and real-time
systems, each serving different requirements.
Components of Operating Systems
1 Kernel 2 User Interface
Operating systems provide user interfaces
The kernel is the core component of an OS,
that can be graphical (GUI) or command-line
responsible for managing system resources
(CLI).
like CPU, memory, and device I/O.

3 File System 4 Process Management


An OS includes a file system that organizes This involves scheduling processes, managing
and stores data on disk drives, managing files their execution, and ensuring they have the
and directories. resources needed.

5 Device Drivers
Device drivers allow the operating system to
communicate with hardware components like
printers and displays.
Popular Operating Systems
Linux

Windows Linux is an open-source


operating system known for its
Developed by Microsoft, Windows security, stability, and flexibility.
is the most widely used OS for
personal computers.
2
1 macOS

Developed by Apple, macOS


3
is optimized for Mac
hardware and offers a
5 sophisticated user interface.
4
Unix

Unix is a powerful multiuser Android


operating system known for its
robustness and security features. Android is a mobile operating
Future Trends in Operating Systems
Cloud-based Operating IoT Operating Systems Security Enhancements
Systems Specialized operating systems Integrating advanced security
Leading to the development of for smart devices focusing on features including AI-driven
operating systems that minimal resource measures and better
primarily operate in cloud consumption. encryption.
environments.

Artificial Intelligence Integration Resource-efficient Operating Systems


Incorporating AI for enhancing user experience Shift towards lightweight operating systems for
and automating maintenance tasks. mobile and portable devices.

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