COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

SYSTEM SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
These operating systems control a single desktop computer
A
Stand-alone operating system
B
Network operating system
C
File compression program
D
Embedded operating system
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -systems also called desktop operating systems, control a single desktop or laptop computer. Often desktop computers and laptops are part of a network and are referred to as the client operating system.

Detailed explanation-2: -A standalone OS is an OS that runs on a device like a notebook, desktop computer, or laptop. A standalone operating system offers a complete functioning framework. Some examples of standalone operating systems include Mac OS, DOS, Windows 95, and Windows 2000 Professional.

Detailed explanation-3: -The three most common operating systems for personal computers are Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.

Detailed explanation-4: -Desktop operating system is the main control program in a user’s desktop or laptop computer, also known as client operating system. It can either be freeware or commercial software. The top 3 most popular desktop operating systems are: Windows, Mac and Linux.

Detailed explanation-5: -An Autonomous computer is an independent computer that has its own local memory, hardware, and O.S. It is self capable to perform operations and processing for a single user.

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