Operating Systems

Operating systems running my programs, starting with the most recent.

Android

2023 – present

Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google. It is based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open source software, and is designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Android has a large community of developers writing applications ("apps") that extend the functionality of the devices. Apps can be downloaded from third-party app stores or through online stores such as Google Play. Android has been the best-selling OS on tablets since 2013, and on smartphones it is dominant by any metric.

iOS

2023 – present

iOS is a mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. for its iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It is the second most popular mobile operating system in the world, behind Android. iOS is based on the Mac OS X operating system and provides a user interface based on direct manipulation of the screen using multi-touch gestures. It includes features such as a home screen with app icons, a notification center, and access to the App Store for downloading apps. iOS also includes features such as iCloud, AirPlay, and Apple Pay.

Linux

2012 – present

Linux is an open-source operating system that is based on the Linux kernel. It is a free and powerful operating system that is used in many different types of computing devices, from smartphones to supercomputers. It is highly customizable and can be used for a variety of tasks, from web hosting to software development. It is also highly secure and reliable, making it a popular choice for many users.

macOS

2012 – present

macOS is Apple’s Unix‐based desktop operating system, first released in 2001 as Mac OS X and built on the open‐source Darwin core and the proprietary XNU kernel. Designed exclusively for Mac computers, it combines a polished Aqua graphical interface with deep integration of hardware and software, offering features like Spotlight search, Time Machine backups, and Continuity for seamless work across Apple devices. With strong emphasis on stability, security and performance, macOS supports a rich ecosystem of native and third-party applications via the Mac App Store and developer tools such as Xcode, making it a popular choice for both creative professionals and everyday users.

Windows

1994 – 2021

Windows is a series of operating systems developed by Microsoft. It is the most popular operating system for personal computers, and is used in a variety of devices, including desktop and laptop computers, tablets, and smartphones. Windows provides a graphical user interface, allowing users to interact with their computer using a mouse and keyboard. It also includes a range of applications, such as web browsers, media players, and office suites. Windows also includes a range of security features, such as user accounts, firewalls, and antivirus software.

NetWare

1999 – 2004

NetWare is a network operating system developed by Novell, Inc. It was one of the first network operating systems to be widely used in business networks. It provides a distributed file system, print services, and other network services. It also provides a graphical user interface, allowing users to access and manage network resources. NetWare also supports a wide range of network protocols, including IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, and AppleTalk. It is also compatible with a variety of hardware platforms, including Intel-based PCs, Macintosh computers, and UNIX systems.

Solaris

1998 – 1999

Solaris is a Unix-based operating system developed by Sun Microsystems. It is designed to provide a secure, reliable, and high-performance computing environment for enterprise and commercial applications. Solaris is based on the UNIX System V Release 4 (SVR4) operating system and includes a variety of features such as support for multiple processor architectures, advanced networking capabilities, and a wide range of system management tools. Solaris is available in both server and desktop versions, and is used by many organizations around the world.

AIX

1994 – 1998

AIX (Advanced Interactive eXecutive) is an IBM proprietary Unix-based operating system designed for enterprise-level computing. It is a robust, secure, and reliable operating system that provides a high level of scalability and performance. AIX is designed to run on IBM's Power Systems hardware and is optimized for virtualization. It includes a wide range of features such as high availability, scalability, and security. AIX also provides a wide range of tools and utilities for system administration, application development, and system management.

MS-DOS

1994 – 1998

MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System) is an operating system developed by Microsoft for IBM-compatible personal computers. It was the most commonly used member of the DOS family of operating systems and was the main operating system for IBM PC compatible personal computers during the 1980s and the early 1990s. MS-DOS was designed to provide a user-friendly environment for running programs, managing files, and controlling peripheral devices such as printers and disk drives. It also provided a command-line interface for users to interact with the system. MS-DOS was eventually replaced by Windows 95 and later versions of Windows.