PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
PSC Miscellaneous Prelims 2018
Answer
Windows
Explanation
Windows is not a programming language; it is a popular Operating System (OS) developed by Microsoft. An operating system manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs. On the other hand, C, C++, and Java are widely used high-level programming languages used by developers to write software, applications, and operating systems themselves.
Key Points
- > Windows is a widely used GUI-based Operating System (OS).
- > Examples of other OS: Linux, macOS, Unix, Android.
- > C is a foundational programming language developed by Dennis Ritchie.
- > C++ is an extension of the C language with object-oriented features.
- > Java is a high-level, object-oriented language developed by James Gosling.
- > Other popular programming languages include Python, JavaScript, and Ruby.
Additional Information
Types of Software: OS vs Languages
| Type | Examples | Primary Function |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows, Linux, macOS | Manages hardware and runs applications |
| Programming Language | C, Java, Python | Used by developers to write code/software |
| Application Software | MS Word, Chrome | Performs specific tasks for the user |
Memory Tips
- Platform vs Tool: Windows is the environment (platform) you work in. C, C++, and Java are the tools (languages) you use to build things within that environment.