In: Computer Science
The design of an operating system is closely tied to the underlying hardware resources. Describe 3 parts of the system hardware that influences operating system design and how it impacts the operating system design.
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(i)DRIVERS: In order for the operating system to talk to your hardware, it needs drivers. Drivers teach the operating system to interact with each bit of hardware. Graphics cards, sound cards, networking cards, USB peripherals, and everything else you connect to your computer relies on drivers. The operating system then uses these drivers to ensure correct operation of each device.
(ii)RAM STICKS: If you have a browser, photo editor, music program, and messaging application open, all of your progress and the status of each are stored in the RAM. The operating system works with your RAM sticks to control how much memory is used by each application, including the OS itself.
(ii)CPU FANS: The CPU fan keeps the CPU from overheating in moments of high stress. Overheating can cause permanent damage to a CPU. The operating system communicates with both the CPU and the fan to help ensure the PC stays cool.