Computer HW OS Apps Users OS provides services for Apps Users Make the computer system convenient to use OS manages resources Government model,it doesn't produce anything.） Use the computer hardware in an efficient manner Debates about what is included in the OS -Just the kernel,or everything the vendor ships?(Consider the distinction between system applications and 3rd party or user apps.• Computer = HW + OS + Apps + Users • OS provides services for Apps & Users • Make the computer system convenient to use • OS manages resources ( Government model, it doesn't produce anything. ) • Use the computer hardware in an efficient manner • Debates about what is included in the OS - Just the kernel, or everything the vendor ships? ( Consider the distinction between system applications and 3rd party or user apps. )