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Describe the basic functioning of a computer's operating systems?
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The basic functioning of a computer's operating system is to manage the different functions of software, hardware and peripherals, as well as to provide an interface between the user and the technology. It serves as the bridge between the user and the computer, allowing the user to access the resources of the computer in a convenient, structured way. The operating system is responsible for various tasks, such as memory and storage management, processor scheduling, networking, security and user management. It is the foundation upon which all the applications and software run. Moreover, the operating system provides user-friendly tools to control the operation and resources of the computer, such as a graphical user interface (GUI) for controlling the visual aspect of the system, as well as to manage access to different hardware components, such as keyboard and mouse.