Operating Software

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

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/ˈɔpərˌeɪtɪŋ ˈsɔfˌwɛr/

Coded directions in software that can erase or replace files and operating software in a computer.
The iPod-led renaissance of Apple has encouraged more consumers to buy Mac computers running its OSX operating software.
But Windows Blue is expected to mark a major change in the company's development methodology, replacing major launches of products every several years with frequent updates of features in operating software and applications such as Office.
Despite the iPhone's popularity, its market share has been eclipsed by phones that run Android, Google's mobile operating software.
Apple devices have been retaining this information for some time, but it was kept in a different form until the release of the iOS4 operating software last year.

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