2007-02-07 12:16:58 · 6 answers · asked by Monique H 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
exactly what it says. it makes the system operate and do muti tasking.
2007-02-07 12:19:21 · answer #1 · answered by gas_indycar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An operating system (OS) is a computer program that manages the hardware and software resources of a computer. At the foundation of all system software, the OS performs basic tasks such as controlling and allocating memory, prioritizing system requests, controlling input and output devices, facilitating networking, and managing files. It also may provide a graphical user interface for higher level functions. It also finally forms a platform for other software.
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2007-02-07 20:19:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The operating SYSTEM is the software placed on a computer to provide the operating parameters and basic running programs for your computer and it's hardware.
2007-02-07 20:27:21 · answer #3 · answered by neonmatrix21221 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
operating system
–noun Computers.
the collection of software that directs a computer's operations, controlling and scheduling the execution of other programs, and managing storage, input/output, and communication resources. Abbreviation: OS
[Origin: 1960–65]
As of today from dictionary.com :D
2007-02-07 20:21:08 · answer #4 · answered by chaseb731 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Software designed to control the hardware of a specific data-processing system in order to allow users and application programs to make use of it.
2007-02-07 20:20:39 · answer #5 · answered by jenuine_idiot_227 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Software that runs the whole computer. Windows, Apple and Linux are examples.
2007-02-07 20:20:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋