– Easy to operate and use.
– Stability is quite high.
– Provides all features for entertainment or work needs.
MacOS was formerly known as macOS X and later changed to OS X , developed and distributed exclusively by Apple. This is an operating system that can only be used on computer devices that Apple invented.
Advantage | Defect |
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– The interface is very beautiful. – No cost to buy a license, pre-installed and automatically updated version on Apple computers. | – This is a high-end brand line, the price is quite high so few people use it. Therefore, there are some software and features that have not yet been updated for this operating system. – The operation is quite difficult for beginners. |
Linux is a free and open source operating system first released in 1991 by Linus Torvalds. With this operating system, you can freely edit or manipulate anything without affecting the usage process. Linux is a free operating system so anyone can use it for any purpose.
Advantage | Defect |
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– Free to use, free to change and distribute for many different purposes. | – Because it is a free operating system, data security is not high. – There are not many updated versions so the interface is classic and the features are not compatible with many software. – Used by very few users. |
There are 2 popular operating systems used on mobile devices today:
Android is an operating system developed by Android Inc., later acquired by Google in 2005, and is based on the Linux platform.
Android is designed specifically for smart mobile devices or tablets with touch screens. This is the operating system with the largest number of users in the world, accounting for 87.7% of the usage market share in 2017.
Advantage | Defect |
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– This is an open operating system so most mobile devices today use the Android operating system such as Samsung, Sony, Xiaomi, Vivo or Oppo. – Huge integrated application store. High customizability. – If you forget your password, you can quickly reset the device. | – High security but still far inferior to iOS. |
Like MacOS, iOS can only be used on Apple mobile phones. Launched in 2007, iOS has created a major revolution that changed all thoughts about software technology and is highly appreciated by users for its features and stability when used.
Advantage | Defect |
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– Security is quite high. – Always update with the latest technology trends. – The software has the ability to optimize efficiency. – Stable performance without the need for high configuration like Android. | – As a proprietary operating system, it can only be used on Apple mobile devices, cannot be used on other devices. – The integrated application store is much less than Android. |
These two operating systems have quite big differences, specifically as follows:
Criteria | For computers | For mobile phones |
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Uses | Serving the needs of work, entertainment and communication with use lasting all day. | Just focus on entertainment and communication. However, currently some developers are making improvements to meet some business needs. |
Currently, the operating system most commonly used by users is Windows. With the goal of developing features that favor entertainment needs (listening to music, watching movies, playing games,.) and office work.
Besides, the huge application store that Windows has developed is also compatible with many lines of computers or tablets on the market.
Windows helps users have more choices in technology. Because it is compatible with many PC lines, the price is also very diverse and meets many different consumer segments.
The security level of the iOS operating system even exceeds Android or macOS. Mobile device or tablet users are forced to download applications from the App Store that Apple has set up.
Apple is a famous brand with a very strict application censorship process and is carried out by its own employees. Therefore, it is difficult for malicious codes or viruses to penetrate the App Store.
In addition, if any malicious software attacks Apple's App Store, they cannot monitor or steal security information from the user's browser.
In case Apple's technical team detects an application containing malicious code, it will immediately remove this application from the App Store and delete it from the mobile devices that customers have installed.
Most operating systems today are stored in external memory. This is secondary memory or external hard drive (HDD, SSD) and is usually mounted in a separate storage device such as a solid-state hard drive, CD or DVD.
This is specialized software used to manage all hardware or software of an electronic device. Simply put, the operating system is the intermediary that helps communicate between people and electronic devices effectively.
With specialized computer operating systems, a GUI feature will be installed that allows users to use the mouse to click on all data on the screen.
Operating systems specialized for phones or tablets will be designed to be more minimalist and not have full features like a GUI to suit the needs of daily entertainment, communication, etc.
Hopefully the above sharing will help you better understand what an operating system is? The role of operating systems on computers and mobile devices today. From there, you can refer to and choose for yourself an operating system that best suits your needs.