2006-08-31 02:48:39 · 7 answers · asked by ksl 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
An operating system (OS) is a software program that manages the hardware and software resources of a computer. A key component of system software, the OS performs basic tasks, such as controlling and allocating memory, prioritizing the processing of instructions, controlling input and output devices, facilitating networking, and managing files.
2006-08-31 02:50:59 · answer #1 · answered by Smokey 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
In the beginning was the disc operating system (DOS), which is very complex with signs and symbols. Then came the windows system, which made computing easy. Lastly there is the McIntosh/Apple O/S. I have no experience with the Mac, but I was told it was an easy one to use.
2006-08-31 09:52:13 · answer #2 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
guess your computer as a car and OS is its driver.Which responsible you to drive any place where you want .OS get all instruction for you and get you what you want .It process all hardware and software instruction.There is few well Known OS like windows,linux,unix etc
2006-08-31 10:00:16 · answer #3 · answered by porag 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
an operatin system is the program that runs your computer, without, you won't be able to do anything on a computer.
2006-08-31 09:55:53 · answer #4 · answered by lomatar1186 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seriously...get a book.
2006-08-31 09:50:24 · answer #5 · answered by Zelda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operating_system
2006-08-31 09:51:05 · answer #6 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
2006-08-31 09:52:32 · answer #7 · answered by Ming R J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋