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Operating Systems

An operating system (OS) is system software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs.

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Types of Operating Systems

https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/types-of-operating-systems/

https://techspirited.com/different-types-of-operating-systems

Purpose of Operating Systems

 An operating system is the level of programming that lets you do things with your computer. The operating system interacts with a computer's hardware on a basic level, transmitting your commands into language the hardware can interpret. The OS acts as a platform for all other applications on your machine. Without it, your computer would just be a paperweight. (read more below)

https://computer.howstuffworks.com/macs/mac-os-x1.htm

https://www.desktopclass.com/computer-it/what-is-the-purpose-of-operating-system.html

History of Operating Systems

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_operating_systems

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operating_system

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