What Is Operating System and Its Goals?
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To make the computer system convenient to use in an efficient manner. To hide the details of the hardware resources from the users. To provide users a convenient interface to use the computer system.

What are the goals of an operating system?

An operating system has three main functions: (1) manage the computer’s resources, such as the central processing unit, memory, disk drives, and printers, (2) establish a user interface, and (3) execute and provide services for applications software.

What is an operating system list out its goals and functions?

Operating system manages main memory, processor, device and file system manipulation. It also responsible for protection and security of the system, control over system performance, job accounting, error detection aids, and coordination between other software and users.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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