New Operating Systems Will Use Fewer System Resources

By Gregg Housh

It is easy for a generation of computer users to look back fondly on the days of MS-DOS. In the distant past, a simple series of characters launched a favorite program. This command dealt with all of the inner functions that allowed the code to work. Basically, you merely had to type a string of characters into a empty screen with a single cursor. The fancy operating system developed as a response to the consumer demand to click on graphical icons. To the casual compter user, this seems much simpler than typing a command. In reality, though, this transition birthed a whole new rash of headaches to the computing experience.

Firstly, a graphical representation of your software environment uses system resources. While this may not seem significant for a typical user, this can be a serious obstacle if you intend to push your machine to its full capacity. As more consumers began to purchase these operating systems, software developers began to include more capabilities that anticipate the user's software applications. If the operating system were created with your favorite software in mind, this would lead to fewer complications with programs. Unfortunately, most software designers decided that they should anticipate every last possible application that any user might choose to use. All of this added capability slows your computer down much like having extra programs running.

Linux has earned the hearts and minds of many users because it permits for setups that do very little. Many versions of Linux operate in minimalist fashion, you have to select programs and dependencies as you need them. While this might feel too difficult to manage for many users, it is great when you plan to use your machine to its full potential. Many technically minded users prefer a lighter operating system. However, if you are looking to jump head first into your favorite programs without much research, the resource heavy systems have better general compatibility.

Microsoft's Windows Vista was arguably the pinnacle of the excessively heavy operating system. Its services anticipated nearly any software function. Ironically, this led to an opposite inspiration for Windows 7. Windows 7 employs a lightness of resource use that competes directly with Linux.

Recent tech trends appear to be inspired by the desire to do more with less. In the future, developers will push the limits of technology to satisfy both of these interests. The latest operating system releases by all of the major competitors speak to this consumer demand. There will always be a need for a clever balance between compatibility and operating system resource use.

Thankfully, we are lucky enough to have a robust market of operating system providers. Eachnew round of releases introduces different advantages. There are reasons for using every modern operating system which depend heavily on user needs. When choosing your preferred operating system, you should carefully look into its synergy with software that you intend to use. Each company looks to satisfy a certain niche market. Your market will be served in at least one of the recent releases at any time. Look to others that use the same software for tips on which operating system to buy. - 32409

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