Title: Explain the purpose of an operating system.
Course: Computer Systems Technology I (10002-I) > Section: Exploring the Fundamentals of Operating Systems

Explanation should include the characteristics of modern operating systems and key concepts.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What basic functions does an operating system perform?
- What portion of the OS is responsible for interacting directly with the hardware?
- How does an OS affect the performance of installed applications?