OS - Operating Systems: Managing Resources

OS - Operating Systems: Managing Resources

1. Peripherals

   • Communicates And Sends Data Output To Output Devices
   • Prioritises Printing Tasks Or JObs
   • Add's New Hardware/Devices - Wizards
   • Consistency Of Interface Between Applications

2. Manages Memory (RAM)

   • Ensures Data Does Not Corrupt
   • Ensures Data And Programs Are Stored In The Correct Places

3. Manages Processes

   • Ensures Different Processes Can Utilize The CPU And Do Not Interfere With Each Other
   • Ensures Applications Run Simultaneously (Only On Multi-Tasking Operating Systems)
   • Boots And Runs Programs On Startup

4. Manages Security

   • Allows Creation And Deletion Of User Accounts
   • Allows Users To Logon And Change Passwords

5. Manages Backing Store

   • Ensures That Data Is Stored And Can Be Retrieved Correctly From Any Disk Drive
   • Creates And Maintains Filing Systems