types of OS

Question 1

Distributed OS

Answer 1

Separate computers joined together via network connections to work together as a more powerful whole

Question 2

Multi-tasking OS

Answer 2

Manages the computers resources to make it look like it’s possible to run multiple applications at the same time. (In reality it is just switching between the tasks)

Question 3

Mobile OS

Answer 3

Specific OS made for mobile devices – will have features made for use in phones

Question 4

Real-time OS

Answer 4

A system which ensures a consistent response within a guaranteed time frame (i.e. processes data and provides responses very quickly)