Operating System Types and Uses

Lightweight, cloud-centric workstation OS optimized for web apps and low-powered laptops

Tablet OS providing multitasking features and optimized for productivity apps on Apple tablets

Mobile OS with open-source flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of mobile devices created by many vendors

Apple's proprietary workstation OS known for its seamless integration with other Apple products and creative applications

Open-source workstation OS with high customization potential, frequently used for servers and programming tasks

Widely used workstation OS, compatible with a broad range of enterprise and consumer software

Mobile OS for proprietary/single-vendor smartphones that offers strong security features and a large app ecosystem