Operating Systems

Operating Systems

1. Functions

   • Interface provides a user a way to connect with a computer
   • Manages the CPU by controlling what applications run and what tasks are executed.
   • Multi-tasking allows it to do multiple things at once
   • It organises and creates a file system
   • Provides security with user accounts and passwords
   • Peripheral devices can be written to,opened and closed
   • Keeps track of memory usage and transfers programs in and out of memory
   • Utilities
     • Provides tools and managing hardware

2. GUI common features

   • Big Block Tiles
   • Internet access
   • Username and password
   • Ability to move documents and applications