1. Define: RAM is a memory device in which information can be accessed in any order.
2. Definition: Open Source: Pertaining to or denoting software whose source code is available free of charge to the public to use, copy, modify, sublicense, or distribute.
3. Definition: Operating System is software that controls the operation of a computer and directs the processing of programs (as by assigning storage space in memory and controlling input and output functions)
4. Market Share
5. window 8
5.1. Pros
5.1.1. The biggest advantage of Windows is that it provides ready-made solutions that can be implemented by just about anyone who’s ever used a computer.
5.1.2. Microsoft Office is also 100% compatible with any file or document produced in the office space in America. In fact, MS Office isn’t compatible with other software and systems, so much as other software and systems strive to be compatible with Office!
5.2. Cons
5.2.1. The only other major disadvantage of using Windows in the workplace is that over 95% of all viruses and malicious software are written for the Windows OS. This means you have to double-down all security measures if you’re using Microsoft software across the board.
5.2.2. Even though Windows 8 have number of features, it fails to satisfy the expected consumer needs. In general Windows 8 means the user friendly but the Windows 8 fails that to so. Trade mark windows start icon is missing which make some part of the consumer unsatisfied. And the difficulty in shut downing the system irritates the use. And the difficulty in closing the live apps which runs in background are the major drawbacks.
6. Mac OS
6.1. Pros
6.1.1. Mac OS X is still the operating system of choice for graphic artists, designers and most others who work with visual and audio media. It also synchronizes user information well across multiple Apple devices, such as the iPhone and iPad, making it easily usable in a mobile office environment.
6.1.2. Mac OS is the only commercial operating system that is custom-made to work with Apple’s hardware. This gives it a level of efficiency, power, and stability, which is most important for the workplace.
6.2. Cons
6.2.1. While it is true that you rarely hear of a Mac that has gotten a virus, they are not immune. Criminals simply don’t write malicious software for Macs very often. Don’t be taken in with a false sense of security!
6.2.2. Mac OS X is still the operating system of choice for graphic artists, designers and most others who work with visual and audio media. It also synchronizes user information well across multiple Apple devices, such as the iPhone and iPad, making it easily usable in a mobile office environment.
7. Linux Ubuntu
7.1. pros
7.1.1. It's Fast Linux tends to require much less in the way of hardware resources than other operating systems do, and there are even distributions designed with a small footprint as a primary goal. The result is that it's generally really fast--even on older hardware. Will you miss the hardware-upgrade treadmill? Didn't think so.
7.1.2. It's Free Linux doesn't cost anything, it's true, unless you choose a commercial option with paid support. But it's also free from patents and other restrictions that determine how it can be used. Free and open source is a really good combination, because it means you're in control. The free price is really just icing on the proverbial cake.
7.2. Cons
7.2.1. Its biggest disadvantage is that its end-users and office workers are often scared of it at first. This is usually easily overcome with a morning of orientation and an afternoon’s worth of experience with the system. Perhaps more difficult is getting other managers or board members to approve the change. Fortunately, most IT departments will be happy to back up the decision!
7.2.2. Ubuntu is still not as user friendly as windows is.