What does operating system software actually mean? Find out inside PCMag's comprehensive tech and computer-related encyclopedia.

To create this list of the best alternative operating systems we downloaded the software for each and set them up on an ordinary desktop computer, either as a second operating system, or else used ...

Everything you ever wanted to know about Linux, GNU, and how big companies are making money off of free, collaboration-based software.

Linux is a very powerful operating system, but it may not be for everyone. Due to a smaller user base, Linux systems have less software support than Windows or Mac.

Developers create open-source OS kernels using .NET tools Two open-source software projects aim to create operating systems with modular … ...

To some, an operating system is a burden or waste of resources, like those working on embedded systems and other low-power applications. To others it’s necessary, abstracting away hardware so… ...

Its latest operating system experiment throws out decades of software history in pursuit of smaller-scale devices.

China's tried to create its very own mobile OS ecosystem in the past, but let's face it: The attempt with OPhone was hardly something that would make the nation proud. This time round, though, a ...