Chapter 1, Problem 19CP

Explanation of Solution

Given: An operating system.

To find: The major responsibilities of an operating system along with their description.

Solution:

An operating system has the following key responsibilities:

Controlling and monitoring system activities- Activities like identifying input from the keyboard, transmitting output to the monitor, arranging files and folders on storage devices, and directing peripheral devices like a printer.

Allocating and assigning system resources- Deciding the computer resources needed for running a program...