Operating Systems and Utility Software

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Purpose and functionality of operating systems

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Includes user interface, memory management, peripheral management, user management, and file management.

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Function of an operating system

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Manages hardware and software resources, provides a user interface, and allows for multitasking.

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Features of a user interface

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Allows users to interact with the computer system, often through graphical elements.

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Memory management in operating systems

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Involves transferring data between memory, allocating memory to applications, and supporting multitasking.

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Data transfer in memory management

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Data is transferred between devices and the processor, requiring management.

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User management functions

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Includes allocation of accounts, access rights, and security.

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File management features

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Involves naming, allocating to folders, moving files, and saving.

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Purpose of utility software

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Performs housekeeping tasks and additional functions not handled by the operating system.

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Utility system software examples

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Encryption software, defragmentation, and data compression.

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Encryption software purpose

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Protects data by converting it into a secure format.