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Operating System

What is it?

An operating system is software that manages a computer’s hardware and software resources.


Tech Understandability: Beginner


Simple One-Sentence Definition

It is the main software that runs your computer or device.


Analogy or Comparison

Think of an operating system like a conductor of an orchestra, coordinating all the musicians.


Why it matters?

It allows users to interact with the computer and run applications.


Fun Fact

Some popular operating systems include Windows, macOS, and Linux.


Related Terms

Application Software: Software that performs specific tasks for users, like word processing or browsing the web.

Firmware: Permanent software programmed into a read-only memory of a hardware device.

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