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Operating Systems
Operating systems, both proprietary and open-source, include those produced by Microsoft, Linux, and Apple Mac
4,423 Questions
What is the difference between UNIX and other operating system?
Unix is a multi user, multi processing and multi tasking operating system
What operating system is now used by almost all IBM compatible computers?
IBM Systems are supported by a multitude of operating systems, such as z/OS, z/VSE, z/TPF, Linux on System z and the z/VM hypervisor.
What type of operating system are designed primarily to maximize resource utilization?
A system call is triggered by hardware!
Does a computer operating system manage storage space?
No, It is not possible but OS can give you the signal of your storage limit and fill-up condition.
What are the seven characteristics of a system?
Synergy, Interactions, Levels of Organization, Parts, Homeostasis, Artificial Boundaries, Energy Focus
What are the advantages and disadvantages of proprietary operating systems?
we won't be able to open or update any pdf files .
Where is the operating system saved in computer?
On a partition on your hard disk.
It is launched by bootloader located in so-called boot sector.
Which an operating system is responsible for?
-Accessing devices using drivers and/or Hardware Abstraction Layers.
-Providing API's for processes(programs).
-Managing memory usage.
-Providing a framework for programs to run(so more than single program can run at once)
Give some real time example for system?
A computer system is a combination of hardware and software. It is designed for computing.
IS DOS a GUI operating system?
No, DOS is command based only - not Windows based which is a graphic user interface.
Can a computer be installed multiple operating system?
Yes!
On a hard disk of a computer multiple operating system can be installed and run.... Example is Ubantu and Windows Xp on a single computer
After the installation of multiple operating systems your computer will ask you to select a operating system of your choice....
What are the differences between operating system and application software?
Computers operating system or OS; are tools, by which we are able to logon to computer, a collection of computer programs which manufactures build into the computer, data, information stored of users, fonts and much more. Application software are extra programs that a person can purchase CD or by online download for your computer; photo shops, Microsoft office, suites, forms, there are many available. Usually can find these software programs in Best Buys, Fry's, Wall-mart has some.
Can you use your computer without a mouse?
Yes. A GUI can be rather difficult to navigate without a mouse, but it can be done with extensive use of the Tab key and cursor keys.
How can you build your own computer operating system and language?
If you're coming here and asking such a question then I suggest that it is beyond your capabilities.
How do you monitor the networks system?
Network Monitoring is a comprehensive, web-enabled, fault and performance management solution that gives you broad visibility across your network.
It Monitors and analyzes real-time, in-depth, network performance statistics for routers, switches, wireless access points, servers, and any other SNMP-enabled devices.
Try Orion Network Monitoring software.
And there are some freeware monitor to choose:
Wireshark
Capsa
How do you change the operating system from an Android tablet?
It is possible to change a tablet's stock Android operating system to iOS, BlackBerry, Windows, or WebOS. However, changing it can vary from tablet to tablet. So, what works for one tablet manufacturer might not work with another one.
How many alarm systems were installed in 1997?
The number of alarm systems installed was 2.4 million in 1997
Is apple an operating system software or application software?
Apple is neither of them . It is world's largest technology company. It makes various devices, system software (OS), and application software.
What operating system does the Nokia Lumia 900 use?
The Nokia Lumia 900 is a Windows smartphone that was released in 2012. The Nokia Lumia 900 uses the Windows 7.5 operating system. It also has a bigger screen and longer battery life than the previous models.
