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What are the operating systems used on Internet servers?

Most Internet servers run the Linux operating system although some also run Windows Server and some may also run Unix.


What are the most used operating systems for computers?

-Microsoft Windows -Apple Macintosh -Linux (I believe Ubuntu is the most popular( Also, there is an operating system called "Solaris" which some people use. It is based off of UNIX, just like Mac and Linux. I'm not really sure about it since I've never used it, but apparently it's fairly good.


What electronic devices do not have operating systems?

The electric devices which do not have a chipset, do not have any OS. Examples can be conventional devices like fans, etc. However, nowadays, devices like Refrigerators and AC are becoming more smart and they come with a minimalistic operating system.


Operating systems never fail in computers?

Operating Systems ALWAYS will fail, it's about how often, not if. The OS on NASA exploratory machines have 'exploded' before and caused some devices to stop working, in spite of the fact that they were written to be very stable and do only one thing; stability is an anathema to computer construction. The more useful (general use) a device is, the less stable it will be.


What does systems software carry out?

Refers to the operating system and all utility programs that manage computer resources at a low level. Software is generally divided into systems software and applications software. Applications software comprises programs designed for an end user, such as word processors, database systems, and spreadsheet programs. Systems software includes compilers, loaders, linkers, and debuggers. A program (as an operating system or compiler or utility program) that controls some aspect of the operation of a computer

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What are the server operating systems?

A server operating system is an operating system that is designed to run on servers. Some of the operating systems include; Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.


Is it true that Some operating systems such as Windows XP include uncompress capabilities.?

Some operating systems such as Windows XP include uncompress capabilities?


What are some Fourth Generation operating systems?

4 generation operating system


What is userdataini?

On some computer Operating Systems the way the computer identified who was using the computer used a file called userdata.ini


Which operating systems are available with new laptop computers?

Some operating systems that are available with new laptop computers are some more common systems like the following: Windows Vista, and the Vista Ultimate.


What are some differences of HTML between operating systems?

HTML is an operating system-independent language.


Can there be two OPERATING SYSTEMS in smart phones if it is rooted?

Yes there are some rooted phones that can take two operating systems though they will be too slow.


What are some closed source operating systems?

Windows, Macintosh


What are common features of operating systems?

Most operating systems have an on off function, and allow different users to use the computer. Some have hibernation and lock functions.


Where can I purchase some orthopedic shoes?

By operating systems, I am assuming you are referring to computer operating systems. In order to get a good idea of what an operating system entails, I would first recommend that you read the definition at wikipedia. There is also some great information at www.howstuffworks.com.


Can software be installed remotely?

Yes, some software can be installed remotely on some operating systems. However not every operating system supports this.


What are some characteristics of modern operating systems?

Modern operating systems feature many things:Controlling input output operationsError recoveryJob managementMemory managementMicro Kernel architectureMultiprocessingMultithreadingResource management