An operating system is a master control program that runs the computer system. In all environments, except for specialized scientific and process control applications, the operating system (OS ...

The computer's master control program. When a computer is turned on, a small "boot program" loads the operating system. Although additional system modules may be loaded as needed, the main part ...

Examines the structure and function of operating systems as an intermediary between applications and computer hardware. Topics include OS design goals, hardware management, multitasking, process and ...