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The hardware in a PlayStation is much more complex than in older console like the NES. The NES's hardware is simple enough that every cartridge could contain the information needed to control it. The PlayStation's hardware is much more complex, almost like that of a desktop computer. To make the task of making Video Games easier, as well as making them more portable to other consoles, the PlayStation needs to provide higher-level APis to control the hardware. This is the purpose of an operating system: so the program doesn't have to be large and know how to control the hardware, just do it's job.
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What operating system is installed on the PlayStation 3?
Its Playstation's own proprietary firmware OS, there isn't a consumer equivalent.
What operating system does a cell phonezuneipodxboxps2 PlayStation use?
Cell phones run a variety of operating systems, including Linux, Symbian, and PalmOS. The iPhone runs a modified version of Mac OS X. The Zune uses a version of Windows CE. Most iPods run an unamed operating system. The iTouch uses the same basic operating system as the iPhone. The Xbox uses a modified version of the Windows 2000 kernel. The PlayStation 3 uses what is rumored to be a Linux-based operating system as firmware, it is also capable of booting Linux in a hypervisor. The PlayStation 2 uses a custom-made operating system, as does the original PlayStation.
Do you need a PlayStation 3 to use the PlayStation Vita?
The PlayStation Vita is a standalone system. You do not require a PlayStation 3 to use it.
Does an embedded system need operating system?
Yes. It is because the embedded system involves a hardware that can use a software. This is where we need an operating system.
What type of operating system does Windows 7 need?
Windows 7 is an operating system. It does not rely on any other operating system to function.
Distinguish between multiprogramming operating system and time sharing operating system?
time sharing operating system is user interactive, but multiprogramming operating system need not be user interactive
What is an Operating System designed to run an entire machine from a optical disc without using the systems hard drive called?
Playstation
What enables workstations that are not connected to a server to share documents?
That's part of the operating system. You don't need to install specialized software.That's part of the operating system. You don't need to install specialized software.That's part of the operating system. You don't need to install specialized software.That's part of the operating system. You don't need to install specialized software.
Do you need a Linux or Unix operating system to hack?
No. Hacking, depending on your definition, can be done from almost any operating system.
Can you install and run Microsoft Word on your computer without first installing an operating system?
No. You need an operating system to do the installing.
Can pro tools 10 run on a playstation 3?
No it can not. Pro tools 10 requires Mac or Windows operating system not present in the PS3
Pnp operating system eliminates the need to understand operating system hardware requirements and limitation before installing the system True or False?
False
