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INTRODUCTION

For many people, Windows is one of their most precious friends. Since it is the way in
which a person can manage and develop in the field of computing. This is due to how
friendly this software is. Which is its primary idea. For the same reason, it was given that
name. Windows fulfills the function of developing the computer's tasks, through a
graphical interface that uses boxes or windows (hence the name, windows means windows)
to work with each application. With which, multiple work on the computer is optimized.
Since several windows can be opened at the same time. The company that developed
Windows, Microsoft, was created by one of the main precursors of what PCs or personal
computers are today. Since Bill Gates, its owner, together with Paul Allen, jointly
developed with IBM, the first conventional computer of today. That happened in the 80's.
Gates later left IBM and created his own software company, which continued the
development of Windows.
All early Windows operating systems load on an MS-DOS basis. Later, with Windows 95,
it is not necessary, since this operating system is included in the same software. These
versions of Windows managed to work with 16 bits, but with 95 and its evolved versions, it
is possible to work with 32 bits.
On the other hand, we have Windows NT, whose acronym NT comes from network or
network. This system is used for local or particular networks, when several interconnected
computers are used.
One of the strong points of Microsoft Windows is the Office software. Which with its
Word, Excell, Power Point programs, among others, have revolutionized all work systems
in offices and academic tasks. This software, like many others, has no direct relationship
with the Windows operating system, but rather uses it to function; In this sense, Windows
is something like a platform for various types of software that takes advantage of its
functionalities.
The latest versions of Windows, such as XP, manage to unite technologies such as NT and
MS-DOS. And new versions are released periodically with more functions and benefits for
the user, as well as corrections for the problems that naturally arise in programs of this
magnitude.

THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM

I.- CONCEPT

The operating system is the most important program (or software ) on a computer. For
other programs to work, every general-purpose computer must have an operating system.
Operating systems perform basic tasks such as recognizing the keyboard connection,
sending information to the screen, keeping track of files and directories on disk, and
controlling peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, etc.
In large systems, the operating system has even more responsibility and power, it is like a
traffic cop, it makes sure that programs and users that are running at the same time do not
interfere with each other. The operating system is also responsible for security, making sure
that unauthorized users do not have access to the system.

II.- HISTORY

Microsoft Windows . Microsoft introduced an operating environment called Windows on

November 25, 1985 as a complement to MS-DOS in response to growing interest in
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graphical user interfaces ( GUIs ). Microsoft Windows came to dominate the global
personal computer market, with more than 90% of the market share, surpassing Mac OS ,
which had been introduced in 1984 .

The most recent versions of Windows are Windows 8.1 and Windows 8 for desktops ,
Windows Server 2012 for servers , and Windows Phone 8 for mobile devices . The first
version in Spanish was Windows 3.0 .

Windows is a window-based operating system. The first version was released in 1985 and
became widely used thanks to its graphical user interface (GUI). Until then, the most
widespread operating system was MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System), and the
interface consisted of a command line.

The first version of Microsoft Windows, version 1.0, released in November 1985 ,
competed with Apple's operating system. It lacked a certain degree of functionality and
achieved very little popularity. Windows 1.0 was not a complete operating system; rather it
was a graphical extension of MS-DOS. Windows version 2.0 was released in November
1987 and was slightly more popular than its predecessor. Windows 2.03 (released in
January 1988 ) for the first time included windows that could overlap each other. The result
of this change led Apple to file a lawsuit against Microsoft, due to copyright infringement.

Windows version 3.0, released in 1990 , was the first version of Microsoft Windows to
achieve widespread commercial success, selling 2 million copies in the first six months. It
featured improvements in the user interface and multitasking. It received a facelift in
Windows 3.1, which was made available to the general public on March 1, 1992. Windows
3.1 support ended on December 31, 2001.

In July 1993 , Microsoft released Windows NT based on a new kernel. NT was considered
the professional operating system and was the first version of Windows to use Preemptive
Multitasking . Windows NT would later be retooled to also function as a home operating
system, with Windows XP.

On August 24, 1995 , Microsoft released Windows 95, a new version for consumers, and
big changes were made to the user interface, and it also used preemptive multitasking.
Windows 95 was designed to replace not only Windows 3.1, but also Windows for
Workgroups and MS-DOS. It was also the first Windows operating system to use Plug and
Play capabilities. The changes that Windows 95 brought were revolutionary, unlike those
that followed, such as Windows 98 and Windows Me. Standard support for Windows 95
ended on December 31, 2000, and expanded support for Windows 95 ended on December
31, 2001.

The next in the consumer line was released on June 25, 1998 , Microsoft Windows 98 . It
was substantially criticized for being slow and unreliable compared to Windows 95, but
many of its basic problems were later rectified with the release of Windows 98 Second
Edition in 1999 . Standard support for Windows 98 ended on June 30, 2002, and expanded
support for Windows 98 ended on July 11, 2006.

As part of its "professional" line, Microsoft released Windows 2000 in February 2000 . The
consumer version after Windows 98 was Windows Me (Windows Millennium Edition).
Released in September 2000, Windows Me implemented a number of new technologies for
Microsoft: in particular it was "Universal Plug and Play." During 2004 part of the Windows
2000 source code was leaked on the internet, this was bad for Microsoft because the same
kernel used in Windows 2000 was used in Windows XP.
In October 2001, Microsoft released Windows XP , a version that was built on the
Windows NT kernel that also retained the consumer-oriented usability of Windows 95 and
its successors. In two different editions, "Home" and "Professional", the former largely
lacks the security and networking features of the Professional edition. Additionally, the first
"Media Center" edition was released in 2002, with an emphasis on supporting DVD and
TV functionality, including TV recording and a remote control. Standard support for
Windows XP ended on April 14, 2009. Extended support will continue until April 8, 2014.

In April 2003, Windows Server 2003 was introduced, replacing the Windows 2000 server
product line with a number of new features and a strong focus on security; which was
followed in December 2005 by Windows Server 2003 R2.

On January 30, 2007, Microsoft released Windows Vista . It contains a number of new
features, from a redesigned shell and user interface to major technical changes, with special
attention to security features. It is available in several different editions and has been the
subject of very severe criticism due to its patent instability, excessive demand for hardware
resources, high cost, and very high incompatibility with its predecessors, a fact that did not
occur with them.

On October 22, 2009, Microsoft released Windows 7 . Unlike its predecessor, Windows
Vista, which introduced a large number of new features, Windows 7 was intended to be an
incremental update, focused on the Windows lineup, with the goal of being compatible with
applications and hardware that Windows Vista did not support. . Windows 7 has multi-
touch support, a redesigned Windows shell with a new taskbar, known as Superbar, a
network system called HomeGroup, and performance improvements, especially in speed
and lower resource consumption.

On October 26, 2012, Microsoft released Windows 8 . For the first time since Windows 95,
the Start button is no longer available on the taskbar, although the Start screen is still active
by clicking in the lower left corner of the screen and pressing the Start key on the keyboard.
It features a redesigned Windows Explorer, with the famous Microsoft Office ribbon
interface. According to Microsoft, they have sold 60 million licenses, although it has
received a lot of criticism from users. The vast majority of the features of its predecessor,
Windows 7 , are preserved, with the exception of the new graphical interface and some
minor changes.

III.- VERSIONS OF THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM

 1975–1981: Microsoft starts

In the 70. At work, we rely on typewriters. If we need a copy of a document, we will

probably use a mimeograph machine or carbon paper. Few have heard of
microcomputers, but two computer enthusiasts, Bill Gates and Paul Allen, see personal
computing as the way to the future.

In 1975, Gates and Allen formed a company called Microsoft. Like most startups,
Microsoft starts small, but with a big vision: a computer on every desk and in every
home. Over the next few years, Microsoft begins to change the way we work.

The rise of MS- TWO

In June 1980, Gates and Allen hire Gates' former Harvard classmate, Steve Ballmer, to
help them in the company. The following month, IBM approaches Microsoft with a
project codenamed "Chess." In response, Microsoft is focusing on a new operating
system, the software that manages or runs the computer's hardware and also serves as a
bridge between the hardware and computer programs, such as a word processor. It is the
basis on which computer programs can run. They baptize the new operating system as
"MS- TWO."

When IBM equipment with MS became available in 1981- TWO, introduced a

completely new language to the general public. Typing “C:” and various encryption
commands gradually became part of daily work. People discovered the backslash (\)
key.

M.S.- DOS is efficient, but also difficult for many people to understand. There had to
be a better way to develop an operating system.
 1982–1985: Introducing Windows 1.0

Microsoft is working on the first version of a new operating system. Its code name is
Interface Manager and is considered the final name, but Windows prevails because it
better describes the computer boxes or “windows” fundamental to the new system.
Windows was announced in 1983, but its development took a long time. Skeptics call it
“vaporware.”

On November 20, 1985, two years after the initial announcement, Microsoft released
Windows 1.0. Now instead of typing MS commands- TWO, you simply need to move a
mouse to point and click wherever you want on the screens or “windows.” Bill Gates
notes, “It is unique software, designed for the serious computer user.”

It has drop-down menus, sliders, icons, and dialog boxes that make the programs easier
to learn and use. You can switch between multiple programs without having to close
and restart each one. Windows 1.0 was released with several programs, including the
MS file manager- DOS, Paint, Windows Writer, Notepad, Calculator and a calendar
file, plus a clock to help manage daily activities. It even has a game, Reversi.

 1987–1990: Windows 2.0–2.11: more windows, faster

On December 9, 1987, Microsoft released Windows 2.0 with desktop icons and
expanded memory. With support for better graphics, you can now overlap windows,
control screen layout, and use keyboard shortcuts to speed up work. Some software
developers write their first Windows-based programs for this release.
Windows 2.0 is designed for the Intel 286 processor. When the Intel 386 processor is
released, Windows/386 soon follows to take advantage of its extended memory
capabilities. Subsequent releases of Windows continue to improve the speed, reliability,
and usability of the computer.

In 1988, Microsoft becomes the largest computer software company in the world in
terms of sales. Computers are starting to be part of the daily lives of some office
workers.

 1990–1994: Windows 3.0–Windows NT: Graphics are obtained

Windows 3.0

On May 22, 1990, Microsoft announced Windows 3.0, followed by Windows 3.1 in
1992. Together they sell 10 million copies in their first two years, making them the
most used Windows operating system to date. The scale of this success causes
Microsoft to modify its previous plans. Virtual memory improves visual graphics. In
1990, Windows begins to resemble its later versions.

Windows now has much better performance, advanced graphics with 16 colors and
improved icons. A new wave of 386 PCs is helping drive the popularity of Windows
3.0. With full support for the Intel 386 processor, programs run noticeably faster. In
Windows 3.0, Program Manager, File Manager, and Print Manager appear.
Windows software is installed with floppy disks that come in large boxes, which
include heavy instruction manuals.

The popularity of Windows 3.0 increases with the release of a new Windows software
development kit (SDK), which helps software developers focus more on writing
programs and less on writing device drives.

Windows is increasingly used at work and now includes games like Solitaire, Hearts,
and Minesweeper. A warning: “Now you can use the incredible power of Windows 3.0
to distract yourself from your tasks.”

Windows for Workgroups 3.11 adds peer-to-peer workgroups and domain networking
support, and for the first time, PCs become an integral part of the client/server
computing evolution

Windows NT

With the release of Windows NT on July 27, 1993, Microsoft achieved a major
milestone: the completion of a project begun in the late 1980s to develop a new
operating system from scratch. "Windows NT represents nothing less than a
fundamental change in the way companies can address their enterprise computing
requirements," says Bill Gates in its launch.

However, unlike Windows 3.1, Windows NT 3.1 is a 32-bit operating system which
makes it a strategic platform supporting superior scientific and engineering programs.

 1995–1998: Windows 95: Your computer gets older (and don't forget the
Internet)

On August 24, 1995, Microsoft launches Windows 95, which sells a record 7 million
copies in the first five weeks. It is the most publicized launch that Microsoft has ever
made. Television commercials featuring the Rolling Stones singing "Start Me Up" over
images of the new Start button. The press release simply begins by saying, “It’s here.”

This is the era of faxes and modems, email, the new online world and impressive
multimedia games and educational software. Windows 95 features built-in Internet
support, dial-up networking, and new Plug and Play capabilities that make it easy to
install hardware and software. The 32-bit operating system also offers better multimedia
capabilities, more powerful features for mobile devices, and integrated networking.

At the time of the release of Windows 95, the older Windows and MS–DOS operating
systems were running on approximately 80 percent of the computers in the world.
Windows 95 is the update of these operating systems. To run Windows 95, you need a
computer with a 386DX or higher processor (486 recommended) and at least 4 MB of
RAM (8 MB of RAM recommended). Update versions are available on floppy disk and
CD-ROM. It is available in 12 languages

Windows 95 saw the first appearance of the Start menu, the taskbar, and the minimize,
maximize, and close buttons in each window.

Catching the Internet wave

In the early '90s, tech insiders are talking about the Internet, a network of networks
that has the power to connect computers around the world. In 1995, Bill Gates
presents a memo titled “The Internet Tidal Wave” and declares that the Internet is
“the most important development since the advent of computers.”

In the summer of 1995, the first version of Internet Explorer was released. The
browser joins those already competing for space on the World Wide Web.
Geek Trivia: In 1996, Microsoft released Flight Simulator for Windows 95, the first time
in its 14-year history that it was available for Windows.

 1998–2000: Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Me—Windows evolves for

work and play

Windows 98

Released on June 25, 1998, Windows 98 is the first version of Windows designed
specifically for consumers. Teams are common at work and home, and internet cafes,
where you can connect, are emerging. Windows 98 is described as a “work better, play
better” operating system.

With Windows 98, you can find information more easily on your computer and on the
Internet. Other improvements include the ability to open and close programs faster and
support for reading DVD discs and universal serial bus (USB) devices. Also making its
first appearance is the Quick Launch bar, allowing you to run programs without having
to navigate the Start menu or search for them on the desktop.
Windows Me

Designed for use on home computers, Windows Me offers plenty of music, video,
and home networking improvements, as well as reliability improvements compared
to previous versions.

First Appearances: System Restore, a feature that returns your computer's software
settings to a date or time before a problem occurred. Movie Maker gives users the
tools to edit, save and share home videos digitally. Plus, with Microsoft Windows
Media Player 7 technologies you can find, organize, and play digital media.

Windows 2000 Professional

More than just an upgrade from Windows NT Workstation 4.0, Windows 2000
Professional is designed to replace Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows NT
Workstation 4.0 on all business desktops and laptops. Built on the proven Windows
NT Workstation 4.0 code base, Windows 2000 significantly improves reliability,
ease of use, Internet compatibility, and technical support for mobile computing.

Among other improvements, Windows 2000 Professional simplifies hardware

installation by adding support for a variety of new Plug and Play hardware,
including advanced wireless and networking products, USB devices, IEEE 1394
devices, and infrared devices.
 2001–2005: Windows XP: stable, usable and fast

On October 25, 2001, Windows XP was released with a redesigned look and feel that
focused on usability and the unified Help and Support service center. It is available in
25 languages. From the mid-1970s until the release of Windows XP, approximately one
billion computers have been released worldwide.

For Microsoft, Windows XP will become one of its best-selling products for years to
come. It is fast and stable. Navigation in the Start menu, taskbar, and Control Panel is
more intuitive. Awareness of computer viruses and hackers is increasing, but fears are
eased somewhat with the online delivery of security updates. Consumers are beginning
to understand warnings about suspicious attachments and viruses. There is more
emphasis on Help and Support.

Windows XP Home Edition offers a clean, simplified visual design that makes
frequently used features more accessible. Designed for home use, Windows XP
offers enhancements such as Network Setup Wizard, Windows Media Player,
Windows Movie Maker, and improved digital photography capabilities.
 Windows XP Professional brings the solid foundation of Windows 2000 to the
computer desktop, improving reliability, security, and performance. With a
contemporary visual design, Windows XP Professional includes advanced business
and home computing features, including remote desktop support, an encrypting file
system, and system restore and advanced networking features. Key enhancements
for mobile users include 802.1x wireless network support, Windows Messenger, and
Remote Assistance.

Windows XP has several editions developed during these years:

 Windows XP 64-bit edition (2001) is Microsoft's first operating system for 64-
bit processors, designed to work with large amounts of memory and projects
such as movie special effects, 3D animations, engineering, and scientific
programs.

 Windows XP Media Center Edition (2002) was developed for home computing
and entertainment. You can browse the Internet, watch live TV, enjoy digital
music and video collections, and watch DVDs.

 Windows XP Tablet PC Edition (2002) brings the vision of pen-based

computing to life. Tablet PC includes a digital pen for handwriting recognition,
but also allows you to use the mouse or keyboard.

 2006–2008: Windows Vista: Smart Security

Windows Vista launched in 2006 with the most robust security system to date. User
Account Control helps prevent potentially harmful software from making changes to
your computer. In Windows Vista Ultimate, BitLocker Drive Encryption provides
better data protection for your computer, given the increase in laptop sales and security
needs. Windows Vista also features improvements to Windows Media Player as more
people use their computers as central digital media locations. Here you can watch TV,
view and send photos, and edit videos.
Design plays a big role in Windows Vista, and features like the taskbar and borders
around windows have a completely new look. Search gets a new emphasis and helps
people find files on their computers faster. Windows Vista introduces new editions,
each with a different combination of features. It is available in 35 languages. The
redesigned Start button makes its first appearance in Windows Vista.
 Geek trivia: More than 1.5 million devices are compatible with Windows Vista at
the time of its release.
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 2009: Windows 7 introduces Windows Touch

Windows 7 was released in the late 2000s for the wireless world. Laptops outsell
desktops, and it's becoming common to connect to public wireless hotspots in coffee
shops and to private networks at home.

Windows 7 includes new ways to work with windows, such as Snap, Inspect, and
Shake, that improve functionality and make the interface more fun to use. It also marks
the debut of Windows Touch, which allows touch screen users to browse the web,
quickly jump through photos, and open files and folders.
 2012: Windows 8 introduces apps and tiles

Windows 8 is a revamped operating system, from the chipset to the user experience,
featuring an all-new interface that works seamlessly with touch and mouse and
keyboard functionality. It works as a tablet for entertainment and a device with all
its features to carry out tasks. Windows 8 also includes improvements to the
familiar Windows desktop, with a new taskbar and optimized file management.
Windows 8 features a Start screen with tiles that connect people, files, apps, and
websites. Apps are centered, with access to a new place to get apps, the Windows
Store, located on the Start screen.

Along with Windows 8, Microsoft also releases Windows RT, which runs on some
tablets and PCs. Windows RT is designed for thin devices and long-lasting batteries,
and runs exclusively Windows Store apps. It also includes an integrated version of
Office optimized for touch screens.
 Regular users note that Windows 8 detects and corrects system file errors more
transparently and less intrusively.

 2013: Windows 8.1 expands the vision of Windows 8

Windows 8.1 advances Windows 8's vision of providing a powerful collection of

apps and cloud connectivity to great devices; It's everything people love about
Windows 8, plus a few improvements.

Windows 8.1 combines Microsoft's vision for innovation with customer feedback on
Windows 8 to provide many improvements and new features: more customization
options for the Start screen that syncs across devices, the option to boot directly to
the desktop, Bing Smart Search so you can find what you're looking for on your
computer or the Internet, a Home button to navigate between the desktop and the
Start screen, and more flexible options to view multiple apps at once on one or all
screens. There are also several new built-in apps like Bing Food & Drink, Bing
Health & Fitness, and great utility apps like Reading List, Calculator, and Alarms.
 Many of the great apps shipped in Windows 8 are back and improved, making your
experience more enjoyable from the start.

In addition to these user experience changes, Windows 8.1 includes new and
improved features like Workplace Join and Work Folders that allow Windows
devices to more easily connect to corporate resources.

A tablet running Windows 8.1

Regular multi-monitor users can now have up to four Windows Store apps per display on
each monitor connected to the computer.

IV.- MOST USED VERSIONS

Fountain Net Market Share 42 W3Counter 43 Global Stats 44

Fact January 2014 January 2014 January 2014

Total 90.70% 63.84% 82.43%

Windows 7 (2009) 47.49% 39.34% 50.72%

Windows XP (2001) 29.23% 13.80% 17.50%

Windows 8.x (2012) 10.58% 7.70% 10.65%

Windows Vista (2007) 3.30% 3.00% 3.56%

Windows Server 0.10% N/A N/A

V.- CLASSIFICATION OF OPERATING SYSTEMS

Operating systems can be classified as follows:

 Multi-user : Allows two or more users to use your programs at the same time. Some
operating systems allow hundreds or thousands of users at the same time.
 Multiprocessor : supports opening the same program on more than one CPU .
 Multitasking : Allows multiple programs to run at the same time.
 Multi-span : Allows multiple parts of a single program to run at the same time.
 Real Time : Responds to input immediately. Operating systems such as DOS and
UNIX do not work in real time.

VI.- SECURITY OF THE WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM

One of the main criticisms that Windows operating systems frequently receive is the
weakness of the system in terms of security and the high rate of critical vulnerabilities . Bill
Gates himself, founder of Microsoft, has repeatedly stated that security is a primary
objective for his company.

Based on the fact that there is no system completely free of errors , criticism focuses on the
slowness with which the company reacts to a security problem that can reach months or
even years of difference from when the vulnerability is notified. until a patch is released.

In some cases, the lack of response from Microsoft has caused patches to be developed to
fix security problems made by third parties.

One of the pillars on which the security of Windows products is based is security by
concealment , in general, a characteristic aspect of proprietary software that, however,
seems to be one of those responsible for the weakness of this operating system since, the
security by concealment, constitutes a violation of the Kerckhoff principle , which states
that the security of a system lies in its design and not in a supposed ignorance of the design
on the part of the attacker.
VII.- ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF THE WINDOWS OPERATING
SYSTEM

A.- Advantages of the Windows Operating System

1. Installation is very simple and does not require much experience.

2. It is multitasking and multiuser.
3. Supports the use of multiple processors.
4. Supports different architectures.
5. Allows the use of non-dedicated servers.
6. It supports remote access, offering intrusion detection, and a lot of security in these
remote sessions.
7. Support for DOS and MAC files on the server.
8. The system is protected from illegal access to applications in different
configurations.
9. Allows you to periodically change passwords.
10. Supports multiple protocols.
11. Automatically loads drivers on workstations.
12. Works with remote station printers.
13. Supports multiple printers and assigns priorities to print queues.
14. Shows statistics of System Errors, Cache, Hard Disk Information, Driver
Information, Number of Open Files, CPU Usage Percentage, General Server and
Workstation Information, etc.
15. Provides the ability to assign different permissions to different types of users.
16. It allows you to perform different types of audits, such as file access, connection
and disconnection, system on and off, system errors, file and directory information,
etc.
17. It does not allow public or private key cryptography.
18. It does not allow you to perform some tasks in remote sessions, such as installation
and updating.

B.- Disadvantages of the Windows Operating System

1. Windows class operating systems have limitations in terms of connectivity and
adherence to standards. In other words, they are proprietary and closed systems. While
there are improvements from version to version, the cost of owning and updating these
versions is extremely high.

2. In relation to security, Microsoft operating systems stand out for being ineffective, as
they are subject to damage for many different reasons (viruses, destructive emails -
worms, Trojans, etc.-, open doors for intruders to access the system, etc. .).

3. The manufacturer's response time to correct security problems is historically bad and it
is not even considered, in many cases, that there is an adequate reaction and up to the
circumstances when there is a response, leaving Windows users in trouble. high risk
situations.

4. Another relevant point in relation to Windows operating systems (especially in versions

for servers) is the licensing cost per user, thus falling into a scheme of increasing costs
each time the number of workers who need to use the computer systems grows.

5. The workstations or personal microcomputers that will be installed in the context of this
project will often include some version of MS Windows from the factory so, by
investing in the equipment, you are also paying the costs of Windows licenses.

6. Windows is based on the "security through obscurity" scheme: The user does not have
access to the code, therefore it is not so easy to find errors. However, when these are
found, a patch does not appear until months later, with the corresponding "service pack".

7. All programs have to read and write to the system registry constantly, which is why it
becomes corrupted from time to time. Furthermore, it comes coded in such a way that
the user cannot edit it manually.
8. In Windows and other commercial operating systems, as we have already mentioned, the
stability of the system depends on the programmers hired by the development company
finding the defects and correcting them.

9. It consists of few large and complex programs that perform many tasks, when these
programs fail, the overall stability and consistency of the system is greatly affected.
CONCLUSION

With the passage of time, advanced technologies and inventions have revealed new
creations that are of great evolution for the computer, this has been due to different
components that have emerged from the invention of the computer.
The operating system is an organized set of programs that allows you to control the general
operations of the computer, facilitates the use of operations, creates and maintains files, and
allows the use of peripheral devices . The best-known operating systems are: cp/m, ms-dos.
, os/2, unix and xenix.
Windows is the new operating system from Microsoft that offers all the necessary tools for
daily work with the computer.
The Windows version is more powerful and provides the user with a more solid working
platform. As they are updated, they offer new benefits for better use.
Today we can count on and trust the following versions of Windows: Windows 95
Windows NT Windows 98 windows2000 Windows me Windows XP.
It can be said that operating systems continue to evolve. In addition, all modern Operating
Systems are multitasking and can run several processes simultaneously. In most computers
there is only one CPU; A multitasking Operating System creates the illusion that several
processes are running simultaneously on the CPU.
In general, it can be said that proprietary operating systems are on equal terms in terms of
security as the free operating systems that have just been presented.
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