OPERATING SYSTEM
Submitted by: Jazila Rasool
Roll no: 2023-AM-014
Submitted to: Dr. Muhammad Amir
QUESTION NO.1:
What is operating system in computer?
ANSWER:
An operating system (OS) is a software that manages computer hardware, software
resources, and provides various services for computer programs. It acts as an intermediary
between the hardware and the applications, facilitating communication and coordination
between them. Examples include Windows, mac OS, and Linux.
QUESTION NO 2:
What are five types of operating system?
ANSWER:
There are 5 types of operation system given below:
Apple mac OS:
Apple mac OS is the operating system developed by Apple Inc. for their line of Macintosh
computers. It is a Unix-based operating system and is known for its user-friendly interface,
stability, and security features. Mac OS provides a graphical user interface called the Aqua
interface and supports various productivity and multimedia applications.
Microsoft windows:
Microsoft Windows is a family of operating systems developed by Microsoft. It is one of
the most widely used operating systems for personal computers and is known for its
user-friendly interface and compatibility with a vast range of software and hardware.
Google Android OS:
Google Android is not an operating system (OS) on its own; it is a mobile operating
system developed by the Open Handset Alliance (OHA), a consortium of developers led
by Google. The Android operating system is designed primarily for touchscreen mobile
devices such as smartphones and tablets.
➤ Linux Operating System:
Linux is an open-source Unix-like operating system kernel that serves as the foundation
for various operating systems known as Linux distributions or distros. Initially created by
Linus Torvalds, the Linux kernel is a core component managing hardware resources and
facilitating communication between software and underlying hardware.
➤ Apple iOS:
iOS is the mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. exclusively for its mobile
devices, primarily the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.
QUESTION NO.3:
What is the main function of operating system?
ANSWER:
The main function of an operating system is to manage and coordinate hardware and
software resources, providing a stable and efficient platform for other software
applications to run on a computer or device. It handles tasks like process scheduling,
memory management, file system management, and user interface interaction.
