Computer science 0.0 / 5 ? ComputingSoftwareGCSEAQA Created by: JackCreated on: 31-01-18 13:04 User interface A user interface gives the user ability to interact with the computer instead of using a command line interface. 1 of 6 Memory management The OS monitors how much memory is left and what is using it, it reserves space when an application is opened 2 of 6 Multi-tasking Only one process can be running at one time but the OS decides which process the CPU should handle next and which is the most important 3 of 6 Time slicing Time slicing is a scheduling mechanism/way used in time sharing systems. 4 of 6 Peripheral management Each device has its own protocol and the computer decides which to do first and manages which are being used 5 of 6 File management The OS manages where files are stored on a device so when you open it it can find it 6 of 6
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