7. System software is the set of software programs that helps run the computer and coordinates instructions between application software and hardware devices. It consists of the operating system (OS) and utility programs. How does the mindset of the designer affect the design of the operating system (e. g., Windows vs. Linux)

Explanation:

The main goal when designing an operating system (OS) is to make sure that the system is as efficient and intuitive as possible. This is the mindset that designers have when creating the operating system. However, this also creates drastically different designs between designers, mainly because one design structure will feel much more natural and intuitive to one designer but not another. Since the designer's own personal taste/mindset drastically affects the design, most companies find their target audience and survey/test various designs. This is done in order to find what features and styles best fit the vast majority of the people.

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