There are basically four types of operating systems. They include Batch Operating System, Multiprogramming Operating System, Network Operating System and Distributed Operating System.
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.
input/output (I/O) system management
The functions of an operating system include booting the computer and performing basic tasks. The operating system manages the keyboard and mouse. It provides a graphical user interface.
operating system upgrades and patches
The functions of an operating system include booting the computer and performing basic tasks. The operating system manages the keyboard and mouse. It provides a graphical user interface.
Firmware, Operating System, and Utilities.
The functions of an operating system include booting the computer and performing basic tasks. The operating system manages the keyboard and mouse. It provides a graphical user interface.
RTOS stands for Real Time Operating System. Typically these are multi-tasking operating systems used in applications where microcontrollers are used to monitor and control embedded systems (e.g. telecom products). Examples include VxWorks, RTLinux.
The latest open source operating system include the Kubuntu Linux and the Fedora Linux. The open source operating system refers to an OS that runs on a computer and is free for use and to be modified.
An operating system, or OS for short, is a collection of software that manages a computer's resources. An operating system is typically stored on the internal hard drive of the computer. Examples of popular modern operating systems include Android, BSD, iOS, Linux, Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, Windows Phone, and IBM z/OS. All these, except Windows and z/OS, share roots in UNIX.
Advantages of a mobile operating system include convenience, open source platforms being well-supported, and notification ease. Disadvantages include instability, and poor battery quality.