GNU

GNU, pronounced guh-noo, is computer operating system software comprised entirely of free software. Its name is a recursive acronym for “GNU’s Not UNIX” which was chosen because its design is UNIX-like by being free software without containing any...

Looking Adeptly at Programming Function Examples

Before looking at the different examples of programming functions, it is best to understand the purpose and definition of the function. A function is the means by which someone who uses a program can execute a code block which has two purposes: to finish a certain...

Functions of Operating Systems

The operating system on your computer has many functions. While you may not be aware of what many of them are or actually do, the operating system helps you navigate your computer more easily and allows you to manage programs and functions with the computer system...

History of Operating Systems

The history of computer operating systems is relatively new. Early versions of computers didn’t run on any kind of operating system which made them difficult to operate for the general user. The user had sole use of the machine and would arrive armed with...