Computers before operating systems

  • Thread starter Thread starter Avichal
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Computers Systems
Click For Summary
Before operating systems, computers were operated manually, requiring users to input programs through methods like punch cards or front panel switches. Early computing involved direct manipulation of hardware, where users entered binary instructions and controlled memory addresses using toggle switches. Dumb terminals were used for input but lacked processing capabilities, essentially serving as a means to load programs into computers. As technology advanced, simple operating systems emerged, allowing for more efficient program execution and management of resources. The evolution from manual programming to early operating systems marked a significant shift in computer usability and accessibility.
  • #31
How did we do anything before technology made it easier? The answer is "the hard way."
 

Similar threads

How Do Computers Work? (At Most Basic Level)
  • · Replies 13 ·
Replies
13
Views
4K
Creating a minimal Windows 11 Bootable USB stick for my ROG Computer
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Computer languages tend to be transient
  • · Replies 44 ·
2
Replies
44
Views
5K
I'm considering switching to Linux but I'm not versed in ICS
  • · Replies 18 ·
Replies
18
Views
2K
Interrupts, bus request operations
  • · Replies 10 ·
Replies
10
Views
3K
Making The Best Use Of RAM In Windows
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
781
What is causing my slow computer startup and lag during regular operation?
  • · Replies 29 ·
Replies
29
Views
5K
Raspberry Pi bluetooth audio problem after upgrade
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
C/C++ Questions about C++, pointers, OS and compiler memory allocation
  • · Replies 17 ·
Replies
17
Views
3K
Is Alan Turing given too much credit when it comes to computers?
  • · Replies 29 ·
Replies
29
Views
5K