Operating systems are programs that manage computer resources and provide interfaces for other programs. True or false?
Computers and Technology · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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True.
Operating systems (OS) are indeed the programs that manage the hardware and software resources of a computer. They provide a layer of abstraction between the computer hardware and the end-user or application programs, ensuring that these resources are used efficiently. The OS handles tasks such as managing memory, processing tasks, disk management, and input/output operations. Additionally, operating systems provide interfaces, such as APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) and GUIs (Graphical User Interfaces), which allow users and other programs to interact with the system easily.