1. PC Operating Systems
1.1. Ubuntu 11.04
1.1.1. Pros:
1.1.1.1. The only other positive is how you can search for files and folders from the dash; again this has been developed to make things easier
1.1.1.2. This version of Ubuntu Unity seems to rely much more on these shortcut keys, as it makes life much easier. This version of Ubuntu Unity seems to rely much more on these shortcut keys, as it makes life much easier.
1.1.2. Cons:
1.1.2.1. the launcher seems to be a huge turn off. The reason for this is because of its erratic behavior, not knowing if it wants to open fast or slow.
1.1.2.2. people do not want to spend ages each time they wish to open file or applications.
1.2. Windows 7
1.2.1. Pros:
1.2.1.1. With Win 7 betas available for months, it's been pretty easy for most people who are interested to assess the new operating system.
1.2.1.2. Microsoft has learned a lot since the launch of XP, and it shows. Windows 7 is much more stable and secure than any previous version of Windows.
1.2.2. Cons:
1.2.2.1. You should at least know what Windows 7 has to offer and where it comes up short.
1.2.2.2. That's because the marketing push by Microsoft and its partners will be huge, possibly exceeding $1 billion in cost.
1.3. Mac OS X
1.3.1. Pros:
1.3.1.1. Native Microsoft Exchange support.
1.3.1.2. Improved VoiceOver for the visually impaired.
1.3.2. Cons:
1.3.2.1. Like "Leopard", "Snow Leopard" does not support MacOS 9/Classic software at all.
1.3.2.2. Does not support PowerPC Macs, even those sold barely over three years ago, providing significantly less support than typical.
2. define: Operating System
2.1. abbreviated OS, is a product, software type, that is part of a system, equipment or computerized equipment, which deals with management and coordination of its activities.
2.2. is a set of computer program that manages the hardware and software resources of a computer. At the foundation of all system software, the OS performs basic tasks such as controlling and allocating memory
3. Tablet Operating Systems
4. Gaming
4.1. Playstation
4.1.1. Pros:
4.1.1.1. Great variety of games, Warhawk, InFamous, Metal Gear Silid 4 ect. Blu Ray
4.1.1.2. Music whenever you want,
4.1.2. Cons:
4.1.2.1. Music only plays for exclusives, and not all of them
4.1.2.2. You will have 360 fanboys yelling at you for your PS3 (ehem Wescoolya...) but the same is for any console, DONT BE A FANBOY!
4.2. XBox
4.2.1. Pros:
4.2.1.1. Cheaper than PS3. Better game library than PS3. Better online than PS3. More online players than the PS3.
4.2.1.2. well just just answer that last question off bat hell ya 360 online is like 500x better then wii online
4.2.2. Cons:
4.2.2.1. Still some worries about hardware, though the latest models are MUCH better than the older ones, and still have the same 3 year warranty.
4.2.2.2. You'd want the Xbox Pro (comes with a 20 gb hard drive). There is also the 60 gb Xbox Elite, but MS has not yet announced a price cut for it yet.
4.3. Wii
4.3.1. Pros:
4.3.1.1. Gets you off the couch
4.3.2. Cons:
4.3.2.1. Burns less calories
4.3.2.2. Health benefits not proven.
5. New node
6. Smartphone Operating Systems
6.1. iOS/ iPhone
6.1.1. Pros:
6.1.1.1. When you upgrade from an old iPhone to a new one, that old iPhone becomes, in essence, an iPod touch.
6.1.1.2. ou can unlock your iOS device simply by visiting jailbreakme.com with your Web browser and sliding a switch that jailbreaks the device and installs a copy of Cydia.
6.1.2. Cons:
6.1.2.1. When you jailbreak your device and enable SSH, its more accessible from the outside than it once was.
6.1.2.2. Say what you will about the sometimes-quirky nature of the App Store’s approval process, at least apps have been vetted—hopefully to the point where they shouldn’t take down the entire device when they crash.
6.2. Windows 7 Mobile
6.2.1. Pros:
6.2.1.1. Windows Mobile 7 has practically placed Microsoft back in the mobile business game
6.2.1.2. The earlier versions of WinMo are simply ports of the PC experience which is good in someway but users tend to look for more than just a Pocket PC from their phones.
6.2.2. Cons:
6.2.2.1. such a powerful device and its hardware requirements is way above average but it can’t do music and send text messages at the same time.
6.2.2.2. Earlier iterations of the operating system could do multitasking and they don’t cause a lot of problems.
6.3. Android
6.3.1. Pros:
6.3.1.1. As the new platform, the Droid is a great OS, and open source, suit for the LG Thrive.
6.3.1.2. The LG Thrive supported with AT&T’s service for porting my old number and filling the phone has been excellent.
6.3.2. Cons:
6.3.2.1. The LG Thrive equipped with Micro USB connector is nonstandard so you may need new chargers.
6.3.2.2. Since the LG Thrive runs Android 2.2.1 so it’s very responsive even with a 600 MHz processor.
7. Generically, open source refers to a program in which the source code is available to the general public for use and/or modification from its original design free of charge,
8. Sources 2011
8.1. use tinyurl or bit.ly to list your links
8.2. http://tinyurl.com/3bmo86d
8.3. http://amzn.to/qjg75j
8.4. http://bit.ly/Z9qkl
8.5. http://bit.ly/oK3SoX
8.6. http://bit.ly/flNMKJ
9. My devices and my operating systems
10. Netbook Operating Systems
10.1. Chromium
10.1.1. Pros:
10.1.1.1. GTF Chromium may be beneficial in regulating blood sugar levels in the body.
10.1.1.2. This mineral also possesses other qualities such as possibly helping to lower cholesterol and blood pressure
10.1.2. Cons:
10.1.2.1. Studies are being conducted to test whether or not too much chromium causes cell damage.
10.1.2.2. Those taking MAOI’s, SSRI’s, antidepressants, NSAIDS, corticosteroids or certain other medications may not be able to take this product or supplements containing it.
10.2. Windows7
10.2.1. Pros:
10.2.1.1. With the W500, you don’t have to worry or face the complexity of which paid video service will play back
10.2.1.2. Whether you prefer videos available from Apple, Amazon, Vudu (WalMart), Blockbuster, or the full library of YouTube, the W500 can play it.
10.2.2. Cons:
10.2.2.1. With the W500, I can connect to a larger display and run two sets of content
10.2.2.2. I can connect digital cameras, video cameras, scanners, printers, USB flash drives, keyboards, mice, and even more storage, directly to the W500.
10.3. Linux
10.3.1. Pros:
10.3.1.1. With the introduction of Ubuntu, Linux is now user friendly, better user experience and easier to use.
10.3.1.2. Can run on any hardware, there is the misperception of Linux not supporting some hardware.
10.3.2. Cons:
10.3.2.1. Not a lot of gaming support.
10.3.2.2. You are force to learn more about your computer, it could be a good thing or bad because many of the things about your computer, you don’t really need to know.