Operating system overview |CST 206: OPERATING SYSTEMS

Operating system is a system software Operating system is an interface/acts as an intermediatory between computer user and computer hardware Main objectives of an OS: ○ convenience: easy-to-use interface between the user and the hardware. ○ efficiency: optimizes the use of system resources to ensure maximum performance. ○ ability to evolve: flexible and adaptable, allowing for updates, enhancements, and compatibility with new hardware and software. An operating system is important part of all computer system The computer system is divided into four components : hardware operating system application program and user OS is a program that controls the execution of application programs. Provides a platform on which other application programs are installed.