which tasks is function of the apoerating system?

Answer 1

everything u can think of man,
scheduling the processes(when there are many programs running)
resource allocation(when the programs need to share resources)
service interrupts(getting input or producing output etc)
memory management
synchronization of processes
everything u can think of to let programs run smooth on ur comp..

Answer 2

An operating system does 4 major things:

INPUT
PROCESS
OUTPUT
STORAGE



Input - Raw data is placed into a system
Process - The Data is manipulated to be converted to Information
Output - The information is presented in a format the user can understand
Storage - Information and data can be saved in a system to be retrieved


As a result of all of the above, Feedback can be introduced which is a HUMAN factor. A user will react to the output and alter
the input.


Other benifits of an operating system are:

To allow for a manual and basic interface (Simple to use)
Must be able to perform automated tasks
Must be able to run independantly

* Note this is an answer expected at A/S Level ICT as to the purpose of an operating system.

As Snook clearly stated most users wouldn't be able to use a pc without an operating system.

Answer 3

The operating system performs many functions; which include:

It hides the complexity of the hardware interface from users.

It manages hardware, resource allocations and port controls.

It makes a computer easy to use for the inexperienced.

Answer 4

To operate the system.

It is the interface between the programs and the hardware.

Answer 5

Your computer won't work without one - a pretty important task.