Demystifying Operating Systems: From Kernels to User Space
Demystifying Operating Systems: From Kernels to User Space An operating system (OS) is the software layer that connects your computer’s hardware to the apps you use every day. It manages memory, time, and input/output so programs run smoothly. In most OSs, the code lives in two large zones: kernel space and user space. Kernel space is the trusted core that talks directly to the computer. User space holds everyday programs, libraries, and the tools you interact with. ...