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    An operating system (OS) manages application programs and hardware devices, provides services to applications like memory management and input/output, and allows interaction through a user interface. The main functions of an OS include running multiple programs concurrently, sharing system resources like memory among applications, handling communication between hardware and software, and reporting errors. Common types of operating systems include desktop OSs like Windows, macOS, Linux, and Unix for personal computers; mobile OSs like iOS and Android for smartphones and tablets; embedded OSs for devices built into larger systems; network OSs for computers on a local area network; and real-time OSs for systems that require guaranteed response times.

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    An operating system (OS) manages application programs and hardware devices, provides services to applications like memory management and input/output, and allows interaction through a user interface. The main functions of an OS include running multiple programs concurrently, sharing system resources like memory among applications, handling communication between hardware and software, and reporting errors. Common types of operating systems include desktop OSs like Windows, macOS, Linux, and Unix for personal computers; mobile OSs like iOS and Android for smartphones and tablets; embedded OSs for devices built into larger systems; network OSs for computers on a local area network; and real-time OSs for systems that require guaranteed response times.

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    An operating system (OS) manages application programs and hardware devices, provides services to applications like memory management and input/output, and allows interaction through a user interface. The main functions of an OS include running multiple programs concurrently, sharing system resources like memory among applications, handling communication between hardware and software, and reporting errors. Common types of operating systems include desktop OSs like Windows, macOS, Linux, and Unix for personal computers; mobile OSs like iOS and Android for smartphones and tablets; embedded OSs for devices built into larger systems; network OSs for computers on a local area network; and real-time OSs for systems that require guaranteed response times.

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    Operating Systems (OS)

    An operating system (OS) is the program that, after being initially loaded into the computer by a boot
    program, manages all of the other application programs in a computer. The application programs make
    use of the operating system by making requests for services through a defined application program
    interface (API). In addition, users can interact directly with the operating system through a user interface
    such as a command line or a graphical user interface (GUI).

    An operating system can perform the following services for applications:

    In a multitasking operating system, where multiple programs can be running at the same time, the OS
    determines which applications should run in what order and how much time should be allowed for each
    application before giving another application a turn.

    It manages the sharing of internal memory among multiple applications. It handles input and output to
    and from attached hardware devices, such as hard disks, printers and dial-up ports.

    It sends messages to each application or interactive user (or to a system operator) about the status of
    operation and any errors that may have occurred.

    It can offload the management of batch jobs (for example, printing) so that the initiating application is
    freed from this work.

    On computers that can provide parallel processing, an operating system can manage how to divide the
    program so that it runs on more than one processor at a time.

    All major computer platforms (hardware and software) require and sometimes include an operating
    system, and operating systems must be developed with different features to meet the specific needs of
    various form factors.

    Types of operating systems

    Desktop operating systems

    Windows is Microsoft’s flagship operating system, the de facto standard for home and business
    computers. Introduced in 1985, the GUI-based OS has been released in many versions since then. The
    user-friendly Windows 95 was largely responsible for the rapid development of personal computing.
    Since Windows is the most predominant OS, game developers and gamers thrive in this platform.
    Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7,
    Windows 8/8.1 and Windows 10 are officially released by Microsoft throughout its course.

    Mac OS is the operating system for Apple's Macintosh line of personal computers and workstations. The
    Mac OS greatly excels in running multimedia applications, office applications and programming
    applications(Except for game development).
    Unix is a multi-user operating system designed for flexibility and adaptability. Originally developed in the
    1970s, Unix was one of the first operating systems to be written in C language.

    Linux is a Unix-like operating system that was designed to provide personal computer users a free or
    very low-cost alternative. Linux has a reputation as a very efficient and fast-performing system. Requires
    deep understanding of the kernel and know-how on the nitty-gritty

    Mobile OS allows smartphones, tablet PCs and other mobile devices to run applications and programs.
    Mobile operating systems include Apple iOS, Google Android, BlackBerry OS and Windows 10 Mobile.

    Embedded operating systems are specialized OS for use in the computers built into larger systems, such
    as cars, traffic lights, digital televisions, ATMs, airplane controls, point of sale (POS) terminals, digital
    cameras, GPS navigation systems, elevators, digital media receivers and smart meters.

    A network operating system (NOS) is a computer operating system that is designed primarily to support
    workstation, personal computer, and, in some instances, older terminals that are connected on a local
    area network (LAN).

    A real-time operating system (RTOS) is an operating system that guarantees a certain capability within a
    specified time constraint. For example, an operating system might be designed to ensure that a certain
    object was available for a robot on an assembly line.

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