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Whether you have a laptop, desktop, smartphone, or tablet, your device has an operating system (also known as an "OS"). In this video we'll show you what an operating system is and talk about a few of the most common operating systems. We'll also talk about compatibility issues. Some software is designed to work with a variety of operating systems, but other software may only run on one or two. To learn more, check out our written lessons! https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/computer...

In this animated program, our character Sam shows students the basics of the hard working operating system. The video explains how an operating system interacts with various other software and hardware, and why the kernel is important. Students will also learn about primary and secondary memory, device management, and how the operating system provides an interface for the user. ClickView is home to high-quality, standards-aligned, ad-free videos for every subject, topic and grade.