This document discusses various operating systems used in personal computers and servers. It describes the most popular operating systems like Windows, macOS, Linux, and UNIX. It explains that Windows is installed on about 95% of personal computers, while macOS and Linux make up the remaining 5%. It also summarizes key networking operating systems used in servers like Windows Server, UNIX, and Linux varieties. The document outlines features of networking operating systems and embedded operating systems found in devices like cell phones, PDAs, and medical equipment.
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PC Operating Systems
• Microsoft Windows is the most popular
– Installed more than other OS combined
– Installed on about 95% of computers
– Apple and Linux represent the other 5%
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PC Operating Systems
• DOS
– Disk Operating System
– Single user single-tasking OS
– Command line interface
– 16-bit OS
– Powerful
– Fast
– Supports legacy applications
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PC Operating Systems
• Windows NT
– Designed for a powerful system
– 32-bit OS
– Very stable
– Windows NT Workstation
• Single user multi tasking OS
– Windows NT Server
• Multi user multi tasking OS
• Network operating system
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PC Operating Systems
• Windows 9x
– 95, 98, and Millennium Edition (Me)
– 32-bit OS
• Supported 16-bit programs well
– Very pretty not stable OS
– Still found in large corporations
– 95 introduced the Start button
– 98 introduced active desktop
– Me improved multimedia software
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PC Operating Systems
• Windows 2000
– Look of 9x with NT stability
– Optimized for office and developers
– Application software ran very well
– Entertainment software ran very poorly
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PC Operating Systems
• Windows XP
– Microsoft’s newest desktop product
– Different look from 2000
– Many different versions
– Digital multimedia support was enhanced
– Communications was enhanced
– Mobile computing became a priority
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PC Operating Systems
• UNIX
– Runs on all computer types
– 32- or 64-bit
– Very stable and fast
– Command-line interface
– Can cost thousands of dollars
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PC Operating Systems
• Linux
– Free or inexpensive version of UNIX
– 32-bit OS
– Very stable and fast
– Most flavors are open source
– X Windows GUI
• Command line interface is available
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PC Operating Systems
• Macintosh operating systems
– OS X
– Based on FreeBSD Linux
– Very stable and easy to configure
– Only runs on Mac hardware
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NOS Features
• Network operating system
• Fast and stable
• Runs on servers
• Multi-user and multitasking OS
• 32- or 64-bit
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NOS Features
• File and print sharing
– Users access the same files
– Hundreds of users use a printer
– Different OS can interact
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NOS Features
• Data integrity
– Backups copies data onto tape
– RAID copies data onto other drives
• Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks
• Relies on two or more hard drives
• May speed access to data
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NOS Features
• Data security
– Access to data can be restricted
– Access to server resources is controlled
– Audits can be kept
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Networking Operating Systems
• NT Server
– Same core as NT Workstation
– Security added
– Multi user capability added
– RAID support included
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Networking Operating Systems
• Windows 2000 Server
– Same technology as 2000 workstation
– Active Directory (AD)
• Central database of server resources
• Simplifies network management
– Distributed programs supported
– Server Standard Edition
– Advanced Server Edition
– Data Center Edition
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Networking Operating Systems
• Windows 2003 Server
– Designed to compete with UNIX
– XP like interface
– Better support for XP computers
– MS .NET framework supported
– Distributed programs are supported
– Server Standard Edition
– Data Center Edition
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Networking Operating Systems
• UNIX for servers
– Oldest NOS in widespread use
– Stable secure and fast
– Main OS for Internet and Web
– Large organizations depend on UNIX
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Networking Operating Systems
• Linux for servers
– Popular in small businesses
– Stable, fast and inexpensive
– Linux’s popularity is growing
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Embedded Operating Systems
• Windows CE
– Not based on a desktop OS
– Customized for each device
– PDA and cell phones
– Microsoft Automotive will run in cars
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Embedded Operating Systems
• Pocket PC
– Developed to compete with Palm
– Not customizable
– Interacts securely with business networks
– Can control PCs through PC