Operating systems are the invisible engines behind every computer, smartphone, and smart device, yet many people take them ...

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

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 ...

Computer pioneer Doug Ross demonstrates the Director tape for MIT’s Whirlwind machine. It's a new idea: a permanent set of instructions on how the computer should operate.

The topic of operating systems is a very common one now, with new gadgets coming out all of the time that now run their own operating systems. But, when you still look at the personal computer ...

Microsoft Windows has revolutionized the computer operating system over the past four decades. Let's break down each release and its impact.

RAM is a temporary memory used by your computer's operating system and helps your programs run smoothly. As you use more programs, your computer will need more RAM.