MS-DOS was developed to run on single-user desktop computers and exemplified early operating systems with sequential job management from a single user. It had advantages of simple operation and commands but lacked flexibility and was limited to the Intel processor family. The document outlines MS-DOS's history, design goals, and how it managed memory, processes, devices, files, and the user interface.
The document summarizes the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) used in early personal computers in the 1980s and 1990s. It discusses key aspects of MS-DOS including its functions, files, directory structure, commands, and popular versions. MS-DOS was the most widely used operating system at the time and provided basic functions like running programs, controlling I/O devices, and handling errors through core files like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM. It organized files in a hierarchical directory structure and included commands to manage files and directories. Popular versions of MS-DOS extended its capabilities and supported new hardware over time.
This document provides information about the Disk Operating System (DOS), including its three main layers: BIOS, the DOS kernel, and the command processor. It describes the functions of each layer, with BIOS managing hardware devices, the kernel providing file management, memory management and other core functions, and the command processor serving as the interface between the user and DOS through built-in commands. The document also lists and explains some common DOS commands.
The document discusses several disk operating systems including:
- MS-DOS and PC-DOS, which dominated the IBM PC compatible market from the 1980s to mid-1990s.
- 86-DOS, which was the predecessor to PC-DOS and MS-DOS.
- DR-DOS, a DOS clone developed by Digital Research as an alternative to MS-DOS.
- FreeDOS, an open-source operating system compatible with the DOS architecture and API.
MS-DOS was the first operating system for IBM PCs. It provided basic functions like memory management and file storage on disks and allowed users to run applications through simple text commands. While limited compared to modern systems, MS-DOS established foundations for Microsoft's Windows operating systems and influenced operating system design.
What is Dos Operating System :: MS-Dos Stands for Microsoft Disk Operating System & It is developed by Microsoft Corporation.Dos Operating system was developed in 1981 and its first version was named as Dos 1.00.In Dos work are performed by managing disk And disk files. It Provides a interface between computer hardware and Software programs.
Dos is a 16 bit operating system that means it can save and process 16 bit of data at single time. It is a single user and single tasking Operating system. It is NON-GUI(Graphical User Interface) It Works on CUI(Character User Interface)environment.
Disk Operating System (DOS) was the first widely installed operating system for personal computers. DOS controls the computer's hardware and provides an environment for programs to run. It has important files like BAT, COM, and EXE. DOS commands allow the user to control computer resources and come in internal and external types. Internal commands are stored in COMMAND.COM and loaded automatically, while external commands reside on disk and load only when needed. Some examples of commands are CLS, VER, TYPE, and CHKDSK.
DOS is an operating system that controls the computer hardware, manages information stored on disks, and runs application programs. It performs essential functions like controlling the hardware and managing disk storage, allowing other software programs to run on the computer. DOS was an important early operating system that enabled widespread use of personal computers.
The document discusses the structure and components of the Disk Operating System (DOS). It is broken down into four main parts: the BIOS module which includes basic input/output functions; the kernel in MSDOS.SYS which performs file management, memory management, and runs other programs; the command processor COMMAND.COM which provides the user interface and runs internal and external commands; and external commands stored as files that are loaded into memory. The BIOS module contains the default drivers for devices like display, keyboard, printer and clock. The kernel manages files, memory, I/O and spawns other programs. The command processor parses and runs user commands, with internal commands coded directly into it and external commands stored as files.
The document summarizes the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) used in early personal computers in the 1980s and 1990s. It discusses key aspects of MS-DOS including its functions, files, directory structure, commands, and popular versions. MS-DOS was the most widely used operating system at the time and provided basic functions like running programs, controlling I/O devices, and handling errors through core files like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM. It organized files in a hierarchical directory structure and included commands to manage files and directories. Popular versions of MS-DOS extended its capabilities and supported new hardware over time.
This document provides information about the Disk Operating System (DOS), including its three main layers: BIOS, the DOS kernel, and the command processor. It describes the functions of each layer, with BIOS managing hardware devices, the kernel providing file management, memory management and other core functions, and the command processor serving as the interface between the user and DOS through built-in commands. The document also lists and explains some common DOS commands.
The document discusses several disk operating systems including:
- MS-DOS and PC-DOS, which dominated the IBM PC compatible market from the 1980s to mid-1990s.
- 86-DOS, which was the predecessor to PC-DOS and MS-DOS.
- DR-DOS, a DOS clone developed by Digital Research as an alternative to MS-DOS.
- FreeDOS, an open-source operating system compatible with the DOS architecture and API.
MS-DOS was the first operating system for IBM PCs. It provided basic functions like memory management and file storage on disks and allowed users to run applications through simple text commands. While limited compared to modern systems, MS-DOS established foundations for Microsoft's Windows operating systems and influenced operating system design.
What is Dos Operating System :: MS-Dos Stands for Microsoft Disk Operating System & It is developed by Microsoft Corporation.Dos Operating system was developed in 1981 and its first version was named as Dos 1.00.In Dos work are performed by managing disk And disk files. It Provides a interface between computer hardware and Software programs.
Dos is a 16 bit operating system that means it can save and process 16 bit of data at single time. It is a single user and single tasking Operating system. It is NON-GUI(Graphical User Interface) It Works on CUI(Character User Interface)environment.
Disk Operating System (DOS) was the first widely installed operating system for personal computers. DOS controls the computer's hardware and provides an environment for programs to run. It has important files like BAT, COM, and EXE. DOS commands allow the user to control computer resources and come in internal and external types. Internal commands are stored in COMMAND.COM and loaded automatically, while external commands reside on disk and load only when needed. Some examples of commands are CLS, VER, TYPE, and CHKDSK.
DOS is an operating system that controls the computer hardware, manages information stored on disks, and runs application programs. It performs essential functions like controlling the hardware and managing disk storage, allowing other software programs to run on the computer. DOS was an important early operating system that enabled widespread use of personal computers.
The document discusses the structure and components of the Disk Operating System (DOS). It is broken down into four main parts: the BIOS module which includes basic input/output functions; the kernel in MSDOS.SYS which performs file management, memory management, and runs other programs; the command processor COMMAND.COM which provides the user interface and runs internal and external commands; and external commands stored as files that are loaded into memory. The BIOS module contains the default drivers for devices like display, keyboard, printer and clock. The kernel manages files, memory, I/O and spawns other programs. The command processor parses and runs user commands, with internal commands coded directly into it and external commands stored as files.
In MS-Dos (Disk Operating System) There are two types of Basic dos commands they are internal dos commands and external dos commands which are used separately to perform specific task or operation. Internal dos commands are those commands which are included in command processor (command.com). Internal dos commands are built in command.com file and while the computer has been booted this file or commands are loaded in the computer memory and you can use this basic dos commands while computer is ON.
The document discusses operating systems and basic commands used in DOS (Disk Operating System). It defines key terms like the operating system, pathnames, directories and wildcards. It then provides examples of basic commands used in DOS to list, create, delete and copy files and directories, change disks and drives, and get help. These commands include dir, cd, mkdir, del, type, copy, rename, cls, date, time and exit.
DOS stands for Disk Operating System. It is used to manage secondary storage devices like hard disks and floppy disks by organizing files in a hierarchical directory structure and allocating system resources. Some examples of early DOS systems include DOS/360 for IBM mainframes and DOS for DEC PDP-11 minicomputers. The most well-known DOS was MS-DOS, developed by Microsoft for the IBM PC. DOS allows naming files with a primary eight-character name and secondary three-character extension separated by a period. It provides commands to manage files and directories, hardware devices, and system resources.
MS-DOS was an early operating system owned by Microsoft that was based on 86-DOS, which was owned by Seattle Computer Products. Microsoft needed an operating system for Intel's 8086 processor and licensed 86-DOS from Seattle Computer Products. MS-DOS 1.0 was then released with the IBM PC in 1982. There were internal commands that were loaded with the operating system and external commands that had to be loaded from disk before use. MS-DOS featured text files, batch files, and supported file names with extensions organized in directories with relative and absolute paths.
This document provides information about the MS-DOS operating system, including its history, structure, files, commands, and more. It discusses that MS-DOS is a single-user, single-tasking operating system that uses a command line interface. It describes the system files used by MS-DOS like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM. It also summarizes the structure of MS-DOS including the operating system loader, BIOS, kernel, and user interface. Finally, it provides examples of various internal and external commands used in MS-DOS.
MS-DOS was first released in 1981 and was the dominant operating system for personal computers until the mid-1990s. It provided basic file management and program execution capabilities through command line commands. Some key commands included DIR to list files, COPY to copy files, DEL to delete files, EDIT to edit text files, and CD to change directories. MS-DOS also supported wildcards, file attributes, path names, and other features to help users organize and manage files and folders through the command prompt.
The document discusses operating systems and their components. It defines an operating system as a program that acts as an intermediary between the user and computer hardware. It describes the typical components of a computer system as hardware, operating system, application programs, and users. It also provides examples of common operating systems commands like DIR, DEL, DATE and TIME.
The document provides information about various DOS commands. It discusses that MS-DOS uses a text-based command line interface with COMMAND.COM providing the user interface. It describes several common internal commands like DATE, TIME, COPY CON, TYPE, CLS, REN, DIR, PATH, VER, VOL, DEL/ERASE and COPY. It also discusses some external commands like EDIT and XCOPY. It provides details on the syntax and usage of these commands.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) created by Microsoft. It provides information on booting, types of booting, DOS files and directory structure, common DOS commands, and popular versions of MS-DOS including versions 3, 4, 5 and 6. It summarizes key functions of DOS such as translating user commands, managing disk files and system resources, and controlling hardware devices.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) created by Microsoft. It provides information on booting, the types of booting (warm and cold), and describes MS-DOS files and functions. MS-DOS is a single-user, single-task operating system that manages disks, allocates resources, and provides device control. It discusses DOS files, directory structure, important commands like DIR, COPY, TYPE and functions like path specification to access files on drives and directories.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (DOS) and provides information on operating systems, DOS commands, file management, directories, and more. It defines operating systems as programs that control computer operations by accepting input, processing it, and outputting the results. DOS is introduced as a single-user operating system that manages memory, input/output, files, and interprets commands. Common DOS commands are also summarized, including DIR to display files, COPY to copy files, DELETE to remove files, and Wildcard characters like * and ? for file searching.
This document provides information about the MS-DOS operating system, including its introduction and various commands. It discusses internal commands like DIR, DATE, TIME, and COPY that are built into the command.com file. External commands like FORMAT, LABEL, and BACKUP are also covered, which require additional files to run. The roles of DOS include interpreting user commands via the keyboard to manage files, disks, hardware, memory, and program execution. Syntax examples are provided for many common commands.
The document describes the MS-DOS boot process. It begins with the CPU initialization and BIOS checks like the POST. The BIOS then looks to the MBR and loads the boot code. This boot code looks for the IO.SYS and MSDOS.SYS files to load the kernel. Next CONFIG.SYS is read to configure devices. COMMAND.COM is then loaded, which looks for the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Finally, the command prompt is displayed.
MS-DOS was first released in 1981 and updated until 1994 when it was replaced by Windows 95. All versions of Windows still contain some elements of DOS.
The basic structure of DOS commands uses the format "Command Source Destination /Switch". Commands include COPY, XCOPY, DIR, DEL, EDIT, MOVE, REN, MD, DELTREE, and TREE.
The DOS prompt displays the current directory. File names cannot be longer than 8 characters and extensions no more than 3 characters. Basic commands like CD, CD.., COPY, DIR, DEL allow navigating and managing files and folders.
The document provides information on commonly used DOS commands and their formatting, parameters, options, and usage. It includes summaries of commands like DIR, COPY, DEL, FORMAT, and EDIT that allow viewing, copying, deleting, formatting files and using the DOS editor. The document also covers I/O redirection, batch file commands, file comparison, and special characters that can be used with DOS.
The document is a tutorial on MS-DOS commands. It provides instructions on how to start MS-DOS and gives tips for using DOS commands. It then reviews several important commands like DIR, COPY, DEL, FORMAT, and TREE. For each command it gives the syntax, switches, and examples of use. The tutorial aims to help users understand basic and frequently used MS-DOS commands.
The document discusses the history and features of MS-DOS operating systems. It describes how MS-DOS was the dominant operating system for PCs in the 1980s and early 1990s. Key aspects included its single-tasking nature, reliance on command line interfaces, and use of files like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM to manage hardware, memory, and launch programs. The document outlines major versions from MS-DOS 1 through 6 and how they supported newer hardware, added networking functionality, and incorporated early graphical elements to interface with users.
Microsoft included a feature called Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) to allow users to run legacy DOS-based applications within Windows. The document then lists and describes various basic DOS commands that can be executed from the Windows command prompt, such as DIR to display files in a directory, MD to create a new folder, CD to open a folder, and DEL to delete a file. It provides details on over 30 common DOS commands for navigating, viewing, copying, moving, deleting, and managing files and folders from the command line interface.
The document summarizes common internal commands in MS-DOS, including commands to display or change the date and time (DATE, TIME), clear the screen (CLS), view directory listings (DIR), create and change directories (MD, CD), manage files (COPY, TYPE, DELETE, RENAME), and view volume labels (LABEL, VOL). These commands are built into the command.com file and allow users to manage files, directories, and system settings from the command line.
MS-DOS se desarrolló a partir de QDOS en 1981 cuando Microsoft adquirió los derechos de este sistema operativo para producir una versión para los nuevos computadores personales IBM PC. Microsoft modificó QDOS y lo rebautizó como MS-DOS 1.0 en 1982. A lo largo de las siguientes dos décadas se lanzaron múltiples versiones de MS-DOS que mejoraron su capacidad y funcionalidad hasta que fue reemplazado gradualmente por sistemas operativos con interfaz gráfica como diferentes versiones de Windows.
Unix is a multi-user, multi-tasking operating system that was first created in 1969 at Bell Labs. It allows many users to use the system simultaneously running multiple programs. Linux originated in 1991 as a personal project and is now a free, open source Unix-like operating system. It features multi-tasking, virtual memory, networking and more. Linux is widely used for servers, workstations, internet services and more due to its low cost, stability, and reliability compared to other operating systems.
This document presents information about the UNIX operating system from a group consisting of 5 members. It provides a brief history of UNIX, noting it was developed in the 1970s at Bell Labs and was intended as a programmer's workbench. The document outlines some key advantages of UNIX, including its portability, multi-tasking abilities, and security features. It also mentions some disadvantages such as its less user-friendly command line interface. In conclusion, it notes UNIX now runs on almost every type of computer.
In MS-Dos (Disk Operating System) There are two types of Basic dos commands they are internal dos commands and external dos commands which are used separately to perform specific task or operation. Internal dos commands are those commands which are included in command processor (command.com). Internal dos commands are built in command.com file and while the computer has been booted this file or commands are loaded in the computer memory and you can use this basic dos commands while computer is ON.
The document discusses operating systems and basic commands used in DOS (Disk Operating System). It defines key terms like the operating system, pathnames, directories and wildcards. It then provides examples of basic commands used in DOS to list, create, delete and copy files and directories, change disks and drives, and get help. These commands include dir, cd, mkdir, del, type, copy, rename, cls, date, time and exit.
DOS stands for Disk Operating System. It is used to manage secondary storage devices like hard disks and floppy disks by organizing files in a hierarchical directory structure and allocating system resources. Some examples of early DOS systems include DOS/360 for IBM mainframes and DOS for DEC PDP-11 minicomputers. The most well-known DOS was MS-DOS, developed by Microsoft for the IBM PC. DOS allows naming files with a primary eight-character name and secondary three-character extension separated by a period. It provides commands to manage files and directories, hardware devices, and system resources.
MS-DOS was an early operating system owned by Microsoft that was based on 86-DOS, which was owned by Seattle Computer Products. Microsoft needed an operating system for Intel's 8086 processor and licensed 86-DOS from Seattle Computer Products. MS-DOS 1.0 was then released with the IBM PC in 1982. There were internal commands that were loaded with the operating system and external commands that had to be loaded from disk before use. MS-DOS featured text files, batch files, and supported file names with extensions organized in directories with relative and absolute paths.
This document provides information about the MS-DOS operating system, including its history, structure, files, commands, and more. It discusses that MS-DOS is a single-user, single-tasking operating system that uses a command line interface. It describes the system files used by MS-DOS like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM. It also summarizes the structure of MS-DOS including the operating system loader, BIOS, kernel, and user interface. Finally, it provides examples of various internal and external commands used in MS-DOS.
MS-DOS was first released in 1981 and was the dominant operating system for personal computers until the mid-1990s. It provided basic file management and program execution capabilities through command line commands. Some key commands included DIR to list files, COPY to copy files, DEL to delete files, EDIT to edit text files, and CD to change directories. MS-DOS also supported wildcards, file attributes, path names, and other features to help users organize and manage files and folders through the command prompt.
The document discusses operating systems and their components. It defines an operating system as a program that acts as an intermediary between the user and computer hardware. It describes the typical components of a computer system as hardware, operating system, application programs, and users. It also provides examples of common operating systems commands like DIR, DEL, DATE and TIME.
The document provides information about various DOS commands. It discusses that MS-DOS uses a text-based command line interface with COMMAND.COM providing the user interface. It describes several common internal commands like DATE, TIME, COPY CON, TYPE, CLS, REN, DIR, PATH, VER, VOL, DEL/ERASE and COPY. It also discusses some external commands like EDIT and XCOPY. It provides details on the syntax and usage of these commands.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) created by Microsoft. It provides information on booting, types of booting, DOS files and directory structure, common DOS commands, and popular versions of MS-DOS including versions 3, 4, 5 and 6. It summarizes key functions of DOS such as translating user commands, managing disk files and system resources, and controlling hardware devices.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) created by Microsoft. It provides information on booting, the types of booting (warm and cold), and describes MS-DOS files and functions. MS-DOS is a single-user, single-task operating system that manages disks, allocates resources, and provides device control. It discusses DOS files, directory structure, important commands like DIR, COPY, TYPE and functions like path specification to access files on drives and directories.
The document discusses the Disk Operating System (DOS) and provides information on operating systems, DOS commands, file management, directories, and more. It defines operating systems as programs that control computer operations by accepting input, processing it, and outputting the results. DOS is introduced as a single-user operating system that manages memory, input/output, files, and interprets commands. Common DOS commands are also summarized, including DIR to display files, COPY to copy files, DELETE to remove files, and Wildcard characters like * and ? for file searching.
This document provides information about the MS-DOS operating system, including its introduction and various commands. It discusses internal commands like DIR, DATE, TIME, and COPY that are built into the command.com file. External commands like FORMAT, LABEL, and BACKUP are also covered, which require additional files to run. The roles of DOS include interpreting user commands via the keyboard to manage files, disks, hardware, memory, and program execution. Syntax examples are provided for many common commands.
The document describes the MS-DOS boot process. It begins with the CPU initialization and BIOS checks like the POST. The BIOS then looks to the MBR and loads the boot code. This boot code looks for the IO.SYS and MSDOS.SYS files to load the kernel. Next CONFIG.SYS is read to configure devices. COMMAND.COM is then loaded, which looks for the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Finally, the command prompt is displayed.
MS-DOS was first released in 1981 and updated until 1994 when it was replaced by Windows 95. All versions of Windows still contain some elements of DOS.
The basic structure of DOS commands uses the format "Command Source Destination /Switch". Commands include COPY, XCOPY, DIR, DEL, EDIT, MOVE, REN, MD, DELTREE, and TREE.
The DOS prompt displays the current directory. File names cannot be longer than 8 characters and extensions no more than 3 characters. Basic commands like CD, CD.., COPY, DIR, DEL allow navigating and managing files and folders.
The document provides information on commonly used DOS commands and their formatting, parameters, options, and usage. It includes summaries of commands like DIR, COPY, DEL, FORMAT, and EDIT that allow viewing, copying, deleting, formatting files and using the DOS editor. The document also covers I/O redirection, batch file commands, file comparison, and special characters that can be used with DOS.
The document is a tutorial on MS-DOS commands. It provides instructions on how to start MS-DOS and gives tips for using DOS commands. It then reviews several important commands like DIR, COPY, DEL, FORMAT, and TREE. For each command it gives the syntax, switches, and examples of use. The tutorial aims to help users understand basic and frequently used MS-DOS commands.
The document discusses the history and features of MS-DOS operating systems. It describes how MS-DOS was the dominant operating system for PCs in the 1980s and early 1990s. Key aspects included its single-tasking nature, reliance on command line interfaces, and use of files like IO.SYS, MSDOS.SYS, and COMMAND.COM to manage hardware, memory, and launch programs. The document outlines major versions from MS-DOS 1 through 6 and how they supported newer hardware, added networking functionality, and incorporated early graphical elements to interface with users.
Microsoft included a feature called Virtual DOS Machine (VDM) to allow users to run legacy DOS-based applications within Windows. The document then lists and describes various basic DOS commands that can be executed from the Windows command prompt, such as DIR to display files in a directory, MD to create a new folder, CD to open a folder, and DEL to delete a file. It provides details on over 30 common DOS commands for navigating, viewing, copying, moving, deleting, and managing files and folders from the command line interface.
The document summarizes common internal commands in MS-DOS, including commands to display or change the date and time (DATE, TIME), clear the screen (CLS), view directory listings (DIR), create and change directories (MD, CD), manage files (COPY, TYPE, DELETE, RENAME), and view volume labels (LABEL, VOL). These commands are built into the command.com file and allow users to manage files, directories, and system settings from the command line.
MS-DOS se desarrolló a partir de QDOS en 1981 cuando Microsoft adquirió los derechos de este sistema operativo para producir una versión para los nuevos computadores personales IBM PC. Microsoft modificó QDOS y lo rebautizó como MS-DOS 1.0 en 1982. A lo largo de las siguientes dos décadas se lanzaron múltiples versiones de MS-DOS que mejoraron su capacidad y funcionalidad hasta que fue reemplazado gradualmente por sistemas operativos con interfaz gráfica como diferentes versiones de Windows.
Unix is a multi-user, multi-tasking operating system that was first created in 1969 at Bell Labs. It allows many users to use the system simultaneously running multiple programs. Linux originated in 1991 as a personal project and is now a free, open source Unix-like operating system. It features multi-tasking, virtual memory, networking and more. Linux is widely used for servers, workstations, internet services and more due to its low cost, stability, and reliability compared to other operating systems.
This document presents information about the UNIX operating system from a group consisting of 5 members. It provides a brief history of UNIX, noting it was developed in the 1970s at Bell Labs and was intended as a programmer's workbench. The document outlines some key advantages of UNIX, including its portability, multi-tasking abilities, and security features. It also mentions some disadvantages such as its less user-friendly command line interface. In conclusion, it notes UNIX now runs on almost every type of computer.
The document discusses the history and characteristics of UNIX operating systems. It describes how UNIX was developed in the 1960s and has since evolved into many different versions. Some key aspects of UNIX include its multi-user and multi-tasking capabilities, large number of free and commercial applications, and importance in internet development. The document also covers UNIX system calls, memory management, process management, and file systems.
The document provides an overview of the UNIX operating system. It discusses the components of a computer system including hardware, operating system, utilities, and application programs. It then defines the operating system as a program that acts as an interface between the user and computer hardware. The document outlines the goals of an operating system and provides a brief history of the development of UNIX from Multics. It also describes some key concepts of UNIX including the kernel, shell, files, directories, and multi-user capabilities.
MS-DOS fue un sistema operativo desarrollado originalmente por Tim Paterson y vendido a Microsoft, quien lo comercializó para computadoras IBM PC. Aunque Microsoft no lo creó, adquirió los derechos y lo modificó para venderlo a IBM como PC-DOS. MS-DOS permitía solo una tarea y un usuario a la vez, pero ofrecía una amplia gama de comandos para manejar archivos, discos y programación. A pesar de ser superado por Windows, siguió siendo importante para arrancar sistemas y realizar tareas avanzadas.
The document provides an overview of the Microsoft Disk Operating System (MS-DOS). It describes the four major components of MS-DOS: the operating system loader, BIOS, user interface (Command.com), and kernel. The kernel provides services like file management, memory management, device I/O, and process control. It manages memory using a pool of variable blocks and supports conventional, expanded, and extended memory. MS-DOS identifies block and character devices differently and uses functions and handles to communicate with devices like keyboards, displays, and printers. While it can run multiple programs, MS-DOS is a single-tasking operating system.
The document provides information about disk operating systems (DOS) and their features. It discusses that DOS is a 16-bit operating system that is single-user and non-GUI. It operates using commands on a character user interface. The document lists some key features of DOS including being free, not supporting GUI, being single-user, and relying on text and codes. It also discusses DOS commands and types including internal commands stored in memory and external commands stored as files.
The document discusses operating system concepts including:
1. The operating system controls computer resources and provides an interface between applications and hardware.
2. It hides hardware complexity and manages resources like processors, memory, and devices.
3. Key OS components include processes, files, pipes, and system calls that allow programs to request services from the OS kernel.
BIOS and OS provide essential functions for a computer system. BIOS is low-level software that interfaces between hardware and the operating system. It controls hardware at startup and provides basic input/output operations. The OS manages system resources and acts as an interface between users, applications, and hardware. It provides functions for process management, memory allocation, file handling, security, and interpreting user commands. Popular operating systems include single-user DOS and multi-user Unix, Windows.
The document discusses reformatting and installing Windows 7. It defines reformatting as erasing all information on a drive by formatting it to prepare for new data. It describes Windows 7 as a personal computer operating system released in 2009 that was praised as a major improvement over Windows Vista. It also defines an ISO image as a disk image file containing everything that would be written to an optical disc, sector by sector, and explains that ISO stands for International Organization for Standardization.
The document provides information about operating systems including:
1. An operating system manages computer hardware and software resources, allocating storage and memory and providing basic user interfaces and process management.
2. Key components of operating systems include process management, input/output management, memory management, storage management, and security.
3. Popular operating systems discussed include MS-DOS, OS/2, UNIX, Mac OS, and Linux operating systems.
This document provides an overview of an operating system course for beginners to experts. It covers 20 topics related to the Windows 10 operating system, including installation, interface basics, user management, partitions, file systems, security features like Windows Firewall and Defender, command line terminals, utilities, the registry editor, antivirus software, policies, services, the task manager, connecting to networks and the internet, remote access, computer terms, and backup and restore. The course aims to provide a comprehensive guide to using and managing the Windows 10 operating system.
A Disk Operating System (DOS) is a software program that manages and controls the storage and retrieval of data on a computer's hard disk. Initially developed in the early days of personal computing, DOS provided a foundational framework for running applications and managing files on early PCs. It served as the interface between the user and the computer's hardware, facilitating tasks such as file management, running programs, and accessing system resources. Although modern operating systems have largely replaced DOS, its legacy remains significant in the history of computing, shaping the evolution of user interfaces and system architectures.
The document discusses the structure of operating systems. It explains that operating systems can have either a simple or layered structure. A simple structure, like MS-DOS, splits the operating system into layers but the layers are not sharply defined and overlap. A layered structure clearly defines separate layers that interact as needed. There are six main layers in a layered operating system: hardware layer, CPU scheduling layer, memory management layer, process management layer, I/O buffer layer, and user programs layer. Each layer performs distinct functions that build upon the layers below.
The document discusses the objectives and functions of an operating system, which include assisting users conveniently and efficiently use computer systems, assigning and scheduling tasks, managing memory and storage, interpreting commands, coordinating peripherals, and establishing data security. It then defines operating systems as sets of programs that control computer resources and allow communication between hardware and software. Examples of command line and graphical user interfaces are provided.
Understanding operating systems 5th ed ch14BarrBoy
MS-DOS was an early operating system developed by Microsoft that provided a foundation for Windows. It was designed for single-user personal computers and used a command-driven interface. MS-DOS managed memory and devices using a simple approach suitable for its time, allowing applications to run sequentially on personal computers of the 1980s. While limited in capabilities compared to modern operating systems, MS-DOS was important in establishing early standards and driving growth of the personal computer industry.
This document discusses operating systems and their functions. It defines operating systems as software that controls the overall operation of a computer by managing hardware resources, providing security, and interfacing with applications. The key functions of an operating system are described as managing hardware, security, system interfaces, and application interfaces. A history of operating systems is also provided, from early batch processing to modern time-sharing and multitasking systems.
The document discusses Disk Operating System (DOS) and the types of commands in DOS. It describes how DOS divides disks into system and data areas, with the system area containing the boot, FAT, and root directory sections. It also explains the DOS command prompt and different types of internal and external commands used in DOS.
Operating System Concepts PresentationNitish Jadia
Operating System Concepts was presented by Nitish Jadia in Bhopal null meet, to make people aware of the internal workings of the OS they use.
The contents and explanation of this PPT was inspired and taken from Operating System Concepts by by silberschatz galvin gagne.
Introduction and fundamentals of Operating System.pptminaltmv
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2. MS-DOS
o History
o Design Goals
o Memory Management
o Processor Management
o Device Management
o File Management
o User Interface
o Additional Commands
3. MS-DOS, PC-DOS or DOS:
Microsoft Disk Operating System
o Developed to run single-user, stand-alone desktop
computers.
Exemplifies early Operating Systems because it manages jobs
sequentially from single user.
o Advantages: Simple operation & straight-forward user
commands.
o Disadvantages:
1. Lack of flexibility & limited ability to meet needs of programmers
& experienced users.
2. Written for a single family of microprocessors (Intel family of
chips: 8086, 8088, 80186, and 80286).
6. Design Goals
o Accommodate single novice user in single-
process environment.
o Standard I/O support includes keyboard,
monitor, printer, & secondary storage unit.
o User commands are based on English
words/phrases indicative of action to be
performed.
o Commands are interpreted by command
processor.
o Layering approach “protects” user from
hardware.
8. First 2 DOS Layers : BIOS &
Kernel
• BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) -- interfaces directly with various I/
O devices.
Device drivers (control flow of data to/from each device).
Receives status info about success/failure of each I/O operation & passes
it on to the processor.
• DOS kernel -- routines needed to interface with the disk drives.
Read into memory at initialization time from MSDOS.SYS file on boot
disk.
Accessed by application programs.
Provides a collection of hardware-independent services, such as memory
management, & file & record management (system functions).
9. Third DOS Layer : Command
Processor
3. Command processor (shell) -- sends prompts to user,
accepts commands, executes commands, & issues
appropriate responses.
Resides in a file called COMMAND.COM, which consists of 2 parts stored
in 2 different sections of main memory.
Not interpretive.
MS-DOS Version 4.0 -- menu-driven DOS shell.
OS/2 -- designed to replace MS-DOS.
o MS-DOS ran enormous collection of software packages
making it difficult to discontinue.
10. DOS Memory Management
o Memory Manager
– Relatively simple job because it’s managing single
job for single user.
– Uses a first-fit memory allocation scheme since it
is most efficient strategy in a single-user
environment.
11.
12. DOS Main Memory
Allocation
o First versions had simple contiguous memory allocation scheme that
gave all of the available memory to resident application program.
Applications couldn’t dynamically allocate memory blocks.
MS-DOS Version 2.0 supported dynamic allocation, modification, & release of main
memory blocks by applications.
o Amount of memory each application owns depends on type of file from
which program is loaded & size of TPA.
Programs.COM -- given all of TPA, whether or not they need it.
Programs.EXE -- given amount of memory they need.
13. Memory Block Allocation
o Allocates memory by using first-fit algorithm & linked list of
memory blocks.
o With Version 3.3, MS-DOS started using best-fit or last-fit
strategy.
o Size of a block can vary from 16 bytes (paragraph) to maximum
available memory.
14. Free/Busy Block List
o Whenever request for memory comes in, DOS looks through free/busy
block list to find free block that fits.
If list becomes disconnected, system stops & must be rebooted.
o Well-designed application program releases memory block it no longer
needed.
15. Process Management
o MS-DOS doesn’t support multitasking.
Programs can’t break out of middle of DOS internal
routine & restart routine from somewhere else.
There's no interleaving & no need for sophisticated
algorithms or policies to determine which job will run next
or for how long.
16. Interrupt Handlers
o Interrupt Handlers - are Responsible for Synchronizing Processes
o PC has 256 interrupts & interrupt handlers, & they are accessed via
interrupt vector table.
o Three types of interrupts:
• Internal hardware interrupts -- generated by certain events occurring
during program’s execution (e.g., division by zero).
• External hardware interrupts -- caused by peripheral device controllers
or by coprocessors & assigned by manufacturers.
• Software interrupts -- generated by system & application programs to
access DOS & BIOS functions, which, in turn, access system resources.
17. Interrupt Handlers (cont)
• Software interrupts (continued)
– Some activate specialized application programs
• Take control of computer
• Example: Borland’s SideKick (type of TSR)
– Terminate and Stay Resident (TSR) interrupt handler
• Terminates process without releasing memory
• Used by subroutine libraries
• Sets up memory tables
• Execution preparation via DOS interrupt connection
• Determines memory required
• Sends return code back to parent
18. Interrupt Handlers (cont)
• Interrupt synchronization
– CPU senses interrupt
• Puts on stack: contents of PSW (program status word),
code segment register, and instruction pointer register
• Disables interrupt system
• Uses eight-bit number to obtain interrupt handler
address
• Interrupt handler reenables interrupt system: allows
higher-priority interrupts to occur
• Saves registers and processes interrupt
19. Device Management
o Ability to reorder requests to optimize seek & search time is not a feature
of DOS because it’s designed for a single-user environment.
All requests are handled on a first-come first-served basis.
Since version 3.0, BIOS can support spooling so users can schedule
several files to be printed one after the other.
o MS-DOS written for simple systems using keyboard, monitor, printer,
mouse, 1-2 serial ports, & maybe second printer.
Devices do not require special management from OS.
Device drivers are the only items needed by Device Manager to make
system work.
A device driver is a software module that controls an I/O device and
handles its interrupts.
20. Managing Files
o Earliest versions of MS-DOS kept every file in a single directory.
o Version 2.0 implemented hierarchical directory structure.
o When disk is formatted, its tracks are divided into sectors of 512 bytes.
o 2-8 sectors are grouped into clusters & that's how File Manager allocates
space to files.
21. FORMAT Creates Three
Special Areas on Disk
• Boot record -- first sector of every logical disk & contains disk boot
program & table of disk's characteristics.
• Root directory -- Lists system’s primary subdirectories & files (name,
extension, size, date & time of modification, starting cluster #, file
attribute codes).
• FAT (File Allocation Table) -- contains status info about disk’s sectors:
which are allocated, which are free, and which can’t be allocated
because of errors.
22. Managing Files in DOS
o Supports noncontiguous file storage & dynamically allocates
disk space to a file, provided there’s enough disk room.
o Compaction (MS-DOS Version 6.0) available via utility used to
defragment disk (DEFRAG.EXE).
o CHKDSK command used to determine need for compaction.
o Restricting user access to computer system & resources isn’t
built into MS-DOS.
23. User Interface
o Command-driven operating system.
o When user presses Enter key, shell (COMMAND.COM)
interprets command & calls on next lower level routine to
satisfy request.
o User commands include some or all of these elements in this
order:
command source-file destination-file switches
24.
25. Batch Files & Redirection
o By creating customized batch files, users can quickly execute
combinations of DOS commands to configure their system,
perform routine tasks, or make it easier for non-technical
users to run software.
o MS-DOS can redirect output from one standard input or
output device to another.
command > destination
E.g., dir > PRN
26. Filter Commands
(SORT, MORE)
o Filter commands accept input from default device, manipulate data in
some fashion, & send results to default output device.
o SORT accepts input from keyboard, sorts that data, & displays it on
screen.
Sort the file by column.
o MORE causes output to be displayed on screen in groups of 24 lines,
one screen at a time, & waits until user presses Enter key before
displaying next 24 lines.
27. Pipe
• Cause standard output from one command to be used as standard
input to another command.
– Symbol is a vertical bar, |.
– Alphabetically sort directory & display sorted list on screen:
DIR | SORT
• Combine pipes and other filters.
TYPE INVENTRY.DAT | MORE
MORE < INVENTRY.DAT
DIR | SORT | MORE
DIR | SORT > SORTFILE
MORE < SORTFILE
28. Summary
• MS-DOS
– Written to serve 1980s personal computer users
• Limitation
– Limited flexibility
– Operating system unusable as hardware evolved
• First standard operating system
– Adopted by personal computing machine
manufacturers
– Supported by legions of software design groups
29. Summary (continued)
• Advantages
– Fundamental operation
– Straightforward user commands
• Weakness
– Design
• Single-user/single-task systems
– No multitasking, networking, sophisticated
applications support