Monday, October 17, 2011

Week 6: Operating Systems


            Each video game console has different operating systems, in which it manages the hardware and software differently. The kernel is the main component of the operating system. It is used to manage memory and execute certain processes. It also has to do with how certain information is inputted out outputted according to the device. There are different operating systems such as Windows 7 or Mac OS. They are both used for the same purpose, except their interfaces are different. They are both used to assist the user when making certain commands
            The interfaces on the Xbox 360, PS3 and the Nintendo Wii are all very different. The Wii is based around the movement of the Wii controller or a regular controller connects through wires or wirelessly. The Xbox 360 is based around a controller or the movement of the body with the Kinect. Last, the PS3 is also based around a controller. I believe that they use controllers because it allows for very easy mobility around the interface of the console.
            These consoles need a solid operating system that is able to hold strong and contains few bugs within its processes. But, when a bug is discovered, updates are available to try and cope with these types of problems. 

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