Functions of an Operating System
Operating Systems is a computer program that controls the operation of the hardware of a computer and the execution of programs. The primary functions of an operating system include:
1) Managing and controlling the hardware of the computer, e.g., drivers
2) Interfacing between hardware and software, i.e. how programs and applications use hardware keyboard, mouse, monitor.
3) Managing memory, i.e., multitasking, multiprocessing and threads
4) Managing and executing applications
5) Diagnosing problems with software and hardware
6) Managing Storage Devices and Files, e.g., NTFS and Netware file system
7) Providing a User Interface
Additional Functions of a Network Operating System
Where multiple hosts share the workload and resources, but each host executes its own programs
1) Connecting to the Network, e.g., network interface card drivers, communication protocols, and client services.
2) Enabling remote users to access and......
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