What is an operating system?
An operating system is a system of managing an operating computer through its resources and application software. It controls every aspect of the computer and its related devices, including its operating system and all applications. It also allows one to work with the computer without having to learn the language that the computer understands. It is essential to know that an OS-less computer is not very useful since it is not capable of handling most tasks.
Operating systems are typically included with any computer that you purchase. The operating system included with a computer is the most common one, however it can be updated or even replaced altogether. Microsoft Windows, macOS and Linux are the most widely used operating systems on personal computers.
Current operating systems employ a graphical user interface (pronounced ‘gooey’). A GUI enables you to interact with your computer through icons, buttons, and menus all of which are displayed on the screen in the form of graphics and text.
1] MICROSOFT WINDOWS
The Windows operating system was created by Microsoft back in the mid 1980. In the current categories, there are Windows 10 that was launched in 2015, Windows 8 in 2012, Windows 7 in 2009, and Windows Vista in 2007. Moreover, windows also benefits from the fact that it comes installed on most of the new personal computers, making it the most widely used operating system today.
Advantages of Microsoft Windows
It provides high-level protection with built-in antivirus.
Microsoft Windows is the best operating system for beginners.
It is a fast-starting operating system with better application loading times.
MacOs
MacOS is a series of the graphical operating system that is developed and marketed by Apple Inc. since 2001. It is Apple's main operating system for Mac computers.
Advantages of MacOS
It provides a simple and easy user friendly interface.
It is the fastest operating system for the laptop and PC.
It comes with various pre-installed applications.
It provides regular security updates for the OS.
It also has features that make transitioning between workspaces and multitasking easier.
