A network operating system (NOS) is a computer operating system system that is designed primarily to support workstation, personal computer, and, in some instances, older terminal that are connected on a local area network (LAN). Network Operating System?
A network operating system provides printer sharing, common file system and database sharing, application sharing, and the ability to manage a network name directory, security, and other housekeeping aspects of a network. Network Operating System?
Characteristics Centrally manage network resources, such as programs, data and devices. Secure access to a network. Allow remote users to connect to a network. Allow users to connect to other networks like the Internet. Back up data and make sure it's always available. Allow for simple additions of clients and resources.