- 2 Marks
Question
Define “Operating System” of a computer system.
Answer
An Operating System (OS) is system software that manages computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for computer programs. It acts as an intermediary between users and the computer hardware. Key functions of an OS include managing memory, processes, files, and input/output operations, as well as providing a user interface to interact with the system.
- Tags: Computer Systems, Information Systems, Operating System
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Computer Hardware, Software, and Data Life Cycle
- Series: MAY 2016
- Uploader: Joseph