OPERATING SYSTEMS FOR COMPUTERS
COMPUTER OPERATING SYSTEMS
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single-user
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multi-user
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multi-tasking
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multi programming
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Detailed explanation-1: -The ability of an operating system to run more than one application at a time is called multitasking. A multitasking operating system (also called multiprocessing operating system) supports two or more active processes simultaneously.
Detailed explanation-2: -An operating system that allows multiple programmes to run simultaneously on a single processor machine is known as a multiprogramming operating system. The other programmes are prepared to use the CPU while one programme waits for an input/output transfer.
Detailed explanation-3: -Multi-user operating system is of three types-time-sharing operating system, distributed operating system, and multiprocessor system. MS-DOS is an example of a single-user operating system. Linux, Unix, Ubuntu, and Windows are examples of multi-user operating system.
Detailed explanation-4: -Operating systems can be classified as follows: Multi-user : Allows two or more users to run programs at the same time. Some operating systems permit hundreds or even thousands of concurrent users. Multiprocessing : Supports running a program on more than oneCPU.