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OS stands for Operating System. It is the main software that controls a computer or mobile device. The operating system manages hardware and software resources, such as the processor, memory, files, and connected devices. It also provides a user interface so people can use programs like browsers, games, or office tools.
Common examples of operating systems include Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. Without an OS, a device cannot work properly because the software would not know how to talk to the hardware.
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