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operating system is a complete operating system that works on a desktop computer, a notebook computer, or mobile computing device.
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Desktop Operating SystemA desktop operating system is one that is intended for a desktop computer (Unless you are a network administrator or something like that, you probably use a desktop computer.) These OSes usually come with things that one would probably use at a desk. For example, Windows sometimes comes with Microsoft Office pre-installed.
It all depends on the user has put on the desktop. Usually, you will see My Computer, Recycle Bin and many My Documents.
Embedded operating systemAn embedded operating system is an operating system for embedded computer systems. These operating systems are designed to be very compact and efficient, forsaking many functions that non-embedded computer operating systems provide, and which may not be used by the specialized applications they run. They are frequently also real-time operating systems.Examples of embedded operating systems could include the software used in Automated Teller Machines, Cash Registers, CCTV systems, jukeboxes, etc.Features of Embedded Operating System1-Embedded systems are designed to do some specific task, rather than be a general-purpose computer for multiple tasks. Some also have real-time performance constraints that must be met, for reasons such as safety and usability; others may have low or no performance requirements, allowing the system hardware to be simplified to reduce costs.2-Embedded systems are not always standalone devices. Many embedded systems consist of small, computerized parts within a larger device that serves a more general purpose. For example, the Gibson Robot Guitar features an embedded system for tuning the strings, but the overall purpose of the Robot Guitar is, of course, to play music similarly, an embedded system in an automobile provides a specific function as a subsystem of the car itself.3-The program instructions written for embedded systems are referred to as firmware, and are stored in read-only memory or Flash memory chips. They run with limited computer hardware resources: little memory, small or non-existent keyboard and/or screen.Common featuresThe following table provides an overview of the features common to HP thin clients based on operating system using the following legend3. Feature is fully functional and operates the same as the desktop environment.2. Feature is partially functional and does not operate the same as the desktop environment.1. Feature is barely functional and requires a highly skilled administrator to enable it.