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/ˈoʊ.pəˌreɪ.tɪŋ ˈsɪs.təm/ · o-per-at-ing sys-tem

A software that manages computer hardware and provides services for computer programs.

Meanings

nountechnical

A software that manages computer hardware and provides services for computer programs.

ایک ایسی سافٹ وئیر جو کمپیوٹر کے ہارڈ ویئر کا انتظام کرتی ہے اور کمپیوٹر پروگراموں کے لیے خدمات فراہم کرتی ہے.

آپریٹنگ سسٹم

operating system

Synonyms

OSsystem softwaresoftware platformنظامسافٹ ویئرچلانے والا سافٹ ویئر

Antonyms

hardwareہارڈ ویئر

Common Collocations

  • user interface
  • kernel
  • system update

Example Sentences

The operating system is crucial for running applications on a computer.

آپریٹنگ سسٹم کمپیوٹر پر ایپلیکیشنز کو چلانے کے لیے بہت اہم ہے.

Operating system computer par applications ko chalane ke liye bohat ahem hai.

There are several types of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

آپریٹنگ سسٹمز کی کئی اقسام ہیں، جن میں ونڈوز، میک او ایس، اور لینکس شامل ہیں.

Operating systems ki kai aqsam hain, jin mein Windows, Mac OS, aur Linux shamil hain.

Upgrading your operating system can enhance the performance of your device.

اپنے آپریٹنگ سسٹم کو اپ گریڈ کرنا آپ کے ڈیوائس کی کارکردگی کو بڑھا سکتا ہے.

Apne operating system ko upgrade karna aap ke device ki karkardagi ko barh sakta hai.

Easily Confused With

operating:Operating refers to the act of running or functioning, while an 'operating system' specifically means the software that interfaces between the user and the hardware.
system:System refers broadly to a set of interconnected components, whereas 'operating system' denotes a specific type of software system.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of an 'operating system' as the conductor of an orchestra where hardware is different instruments.

Imagine a crowded orchestra where each musician represents different hardware components, and the conductor represents the operating system leading them.

📖 Etymology

Origin: English "operation + system" — operation refers to the act of functioning, and system refers to a set of connected things.

First known use: 1960s

The term 'operating system' started gaining prominence in the mid-20th century as computers became widely used.