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The only operating system you can "buy" is Windows. For the most part, macOS is only distributed with their machines and on upgrade it will download the image onto the existing system prior to upgrading.
As far as Linux or BSD-based distributions, they're mostly free-of-charge and some do offer paid support.
Some OEMs do ship their computers with Linux preinstalled.
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Does one have to buy operating systems for use in Microsoft VirtualPC?
Not explicitly. If you already own a legal copy of a commercial operating system, you can use it in VirtualPC. You can also use free operating systems like Linux or FreeBSD.
In addition to personal operating systems and server operating systems there are also mobile operating systems and?
Virtual operating system
Advantages of network operating systems?
When you network operating systems you will have the benefit of both operating systems. You have to ensure both systems are compatible before networking them.
Are operating systems sold separately in a computer?
Yes, you can buy operating systems from companies like Microsoft and Apple on CD/DVD or as a dowloadable file or package to be placed on a flashdrive. You can also get one or more systems (legally) for free, like Ubuntu.
What are the examples of oparating systems in the application software?
Operating systems are not in applications. Applications are installed on Operating Systems.
Different types of Microsoft operating systems?
several types of operating systems are there.
What are the disadvantages of operating systems?
what are the disadvantages of operating systems effects of information technology
Do Supercomputers use single-user multitask operating systems?
Single-user multitask operating systems are also known as network operating systems
What are two operating systems?
Two operating systems are; Windows, and Linux.
Where can one buy operating systems software online?
Microsoftprokey is the best website to buy operating systems software online. They offer a wide variety of products and services at great prices. Their customer service is top notch and they offer a money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with your purchase.
Do game systems have operating systems?
No they don't.
Some stand-alone operating systems are called?
complete operating system that works on a desktop computers
