Software 03- Kernel, Multi-Tasking

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What is the operating system referred to as?
The operating system is referred to as a platform meaning it provides an environment where applications can run
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What is the kernel?
The kernel is the lowest level of an operating system which controls the hardware
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What is the kernel used for?
The kernel is used for the applications to reavch the CPU, Memory and Devices (Kernel connected to both but they arent connected to each other)
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What does the kernel ensure?
The kernel ensures thatapplications are less likely to cause problems with basic memory operations
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How many processes could early computers do at once?
Early computers could only do one operation at a time
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How does a multi-tasking operating system work?
While a process is running, it has the attention of the CPU. Other processes must wait. Processes are at either running, runnable or waiting states.
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