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Structured OS articles for students & developers

What is an Operating System?

An Operating System (OS) is system software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs. It acts as a bridge between the user and the hardware.

Operating System Modules

Module Topics
Module 1Introduction to OS, Types of OS
Module 2Process Management
Module 3CPU Scheduling Algorithms
Module 4Deadlocks & Synchronization
Module 5Memory Management
Module 6Virtual Memory
Module 7File System
Module 8Disk & I/O Management
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