Navigating Operating Systems: From Kernels to User Interfaces
Navigating Operating Systems: From Kernels to User Interfaces An operating system (OS) is the software that helps your computer run. It sits between hardware and applications. It manages memory, devices, and how programs run. This makes everyday tasks feel smooth, whether you are writing a document, playing a game, or browsing the web. The kernel is the core part of an OS. It talks directly to the CPU, memory, and devices like disks and keyboards. User space is where apps live. Programs in this space can run, but they access hardware through the kernel. This separation protects the system and keeps programs from stepping on each other. ...