: Define the role of an OS as a resource manager and extended machine.

: Explore how modern systems handle concurrency, interprocess communication (IPC), and CPU scheduling.

: Contrast the design philosophy of Windows (including updates on Windows 11 in recent revisions) with the Unix/Linux approach. Suggested Paper Outline

You can structure your paper around the primary pillars of OS design as outlined in the text:

: Examine the kernel structures and system calls that define these widely used platforms.