The primary purpose of an operating system is to provide an environment in which applications can run smoothly and utilize the computer’s resources effectively. It manages memory, processors, input/output devices, and other system resources to ensure optimal performance and stability.
Process management: It manages the execution of processes, scheduling them for execution, and allocating system resources to them. Memory management: It controls the allocation and deallocation of memory space to processes, ensuring efficient memory utilization. File system management: It provides a hierarchical structure for organizing and accessing files on storage devices. Device management: It interacts with hardware devices, such as printers, scanners, and disk drives, to facilitate data transfer and communication. User interface: It provides a means for users to interact with the system, such as through a command-line interface or a graphical user interface.
Batch System Distributed Operating System Time Sharing System Desktop System Multiprocessor System Clustered System Realtime Operating System Handheld System