Functions of an operating system

Functions of an operating system

1. Controls the pheripherals

   • Pheripherals are things such as :
     • Keyboards
       • Printers
         • Mouse
       • Scanner

2. Organises the use of memory

   • Provides each app with its storage in the memory
     • Takes memory away or adds it if it needs to

3. Maintains security

   • Controls who accesses the computer
     • By passwords etc

4. Deals with the transfer of applications as well as running them

5. Manages files

   • Allowing you to save them into numerous files

6. Client Operating System

   • Runs on personal items such as laptops and phones
     • for single use
       • Runs programs such as microsoft

7. Server operating system

8. Advantages

   • Improved security
     • Improved portability