INTRO Operating systems, or OS'es for short, are just programs. But, special privileges on the hardware let them run and manage other programs.

With proprietary software, the code used to create the application (or operating system) is not available for public usage or viewing.

Four Ways in Which an Operating System Controls the Hardware of a Computer. Everything you do on your computer is the direct result of hardware and software working together. The hardware provides ...

Brief Description of Course Content Examines the structure and function of operating systems as an intermediary between applications and computer hardware. Topics include OS design goals, hardware ...