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The Secrets of Operating Systems: Discover How Your Computer Really Works
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An operating system – commonly referred to as an OS – is a set of computer programs that manage the hardware and software resources of a computer. The OS processes electronic devices with a rational response to commands that are approved by the system. The operating system is the most important program that runs on a computer. Without an operating system, your computer would not work. It would not be able to process requests for print, simple calculations, or any other function. It is really…