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PAVAN KUMAR RV
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Computer Fundamentals - 15

Types of Operating System

🧩 Summary of Types of Operating Systems

  1. Batch OS – Executes grouped (batch) jobs automatically without user interaction.

  2. Multi-Programmed OS – Runs multiple programs in memory to improve CPU usage.

  3. Multi-Processing OS – Uses two or more processors for parallel execution.

  4. Distributed OS – Connects multiple computers to work together as one system.

  5. Multi-Tasking OS – Allows a single user to perform several tasks at once.

  6. Time-Sharing OS – Enables multiple users to share system resources simultaneously.

  7. Real-Time OS (RTOS) – Executes tasks instantly with guaranteed response time for time-critical applications.

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