Starting DOS

What is DOS?

Introduction to DOS:

• A disk operating system (abbreviated DOS) is a computer operating system that resides on and can use a disk storage device, such as a floppy disk, hard disk drive, or optical disc. A disk operating system must provide a file system for organizing, reading, and writing files on the storage disk

Forms:

• It exists in two forms.

PC-DOS:

• The one supplied for IBM Personal Computers is known as PC-DOS.

MS-DOS:

• All other compatible personal computers use MS-DOS.

Commands:

• The commands used in most versions of DOS are identical and their purpose is to enable the otherwise useless electronics that go to make up a personal computer to operate as a computer.

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