os (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɒs/
Definition
The fundamental software that controls and manages a computer's hardware and software resources, providing common services for computer programs. It acts as an interface between the user and the computer hardware.
Examples
Windows is a popular operating system developed by Microsoft.
macOS is known for its user-friendly interface and strong security features.
Linux is an open-source operating system often used by developers and system administrators.
How to Use os
- OS X (collocation)
- Specific name for Apple's operating system (now macOS). — "My first computer ran on OS X."
- OS/2 (collocation)
- A specific operating system developed by IBM and Microsoft. — "OS/2 was a competitor to Windows in the 1990s."
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