Chapter 4
CONCEPT OF THE OPERATING SYSTEM
MANAGING ESSENTIAL FILE OPERATIONS
CONFIGURING AND CONTROLLING PERIPHERAL DEVICES Configuring and controlling computer components and attached devices is a major function of the operating system. Included with a computer’s operating system are small programs called drivers.
Providing a User Interface All computer systems contains a user interface. The interface controls the communication between the software and the user. Providing a User Interface All computer systems contains a user interface. The interface controls the communication between the software and the user.