Operating Systems

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Definition

An operating system is a medium that allows the user to control a computer using it's features

Functions of Operating System

  • Read, write and store data
  • Configure the computer
  • Interact with programs
  • Interact with input devicrs

Creating a Virtual Machine

Resource Management

Memory Management

Processor Scheduling

Backing Store Management

Peripheral Management

Interupt Handling

Creating a User Interface

GUI

GUI or Graphical User Interface is a way of interacting with a computer by using graphics that make the computer easier to use.

Command Line

A command line is interacting with a computer by imputing commands with a keyboard to make a computer perform tasks.