Computing. A computer program (such as the kernel of an operating system) that controls the execution of other programs and the allocation of system…

a low-level program that controls the operations of a computer system, as an operating system, device driver, or compiler; contrasted with applicati…

Computing. The collection of programs essential to the operation of a particular computer system, typically (in early use) being provided by the…

Computing. A group of related or interconnected programs; (also) = operating system, n.

= system program n. at compounds 3a.

The low-level (low-level, adj. 4b) software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling tasks, controlling peripherals, and…

Something which monitors or displays performance, output, etc., esp. of a system. Computing. A computer program which monitors and controls the…

system programs collectively.

Computing. A computer system in which the components conform to non-proprietary standards rather than to the standards of a specific manufacturer.