A computer cannot function without an operating system unless it is an embedded system. An operating system is a collection or suite of programs that manages and controls the computer.

An operating system is a suite of programs that manages and controls a computer. Operating systems have many functions. When a program is run it is loaded into memory. The operating system ...

Brief Description of Course Content Examines the structure and function of operating systems as an intermediary between applications and computer hardware. Topics include OS design goals, hardware ...