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OS & BC
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Data representation | the form in which data is stored processed and transmitted. |
| Desktop operating system | an operating system specifically designed for use on personal computers or a Mac. |
| Handheld operating system | an operating system used by a handheld device like a smartphone. |
| Multi-user operating system | n operating system that allows a single computer to deal with simultaneous processing requests from multiple users. |
| Server operating system | a type of operating system sometimes called a network operating system that provides management tools for distributed networks, e-mail servers, and web hosting sites. |
| Single user operating system | a type of operating system that is designed for one user at at time using one set of input devices. |