Android (operating system)

Android (operating system)
Name	Android
Developer	Google, Open Handset Alliance
Released	September 23, 2008
Language	Java (programming language), C (programming language), C++
Update method	Over-the-air
Package manager	Google Play, APK
Supported platforms	ARM architecture, x86, x86-64, MIPS architecture, MIPS64
Kernel type	Monolithic kernel (modified Linux kernel)

Android (operating system) is a mobile operating system developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance, a consortium of hardware, software, and telecommunication companies, including HTC, Motorola, Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, and Intel. The operating system is based on the Linux kernel and is designed primarily for touchscreen devices, such as smartphones and tablets. Android (operating system) is used by a wide range of devices, including those from Asus, Sony Mobile, ZTE, and Huawei. The operating system has also been used in other devices, such as Android TV and Android Auto, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and Broadcom.

Introduction

The introduction of Android (operating system) has had a significant impact on the mobile phone industry, with many manufacturers, such as Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, and HTC, adopting the operating system for their devices. The operating system has also been used in other devices, such as tablets, smartwatches, and televisions, developed by companies like Sony, Asus, and Lenovo. The Google Play store, which is the primary app store for Android (operating system), offers a wide range of applications, including those from Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The operating system has also been used in Internet of Things devices, such as those from Philips, Belkin, and August Smart Locks.

History

The history of Android (operating system) began in 2003, when Andy Rubin, Rich Miner, Nick Sears, and Chris White founded Android Inc., a company that developed the operating system. In 2005, Google acquired Android Inc. and began developing the operating system in collaboration with the Open Handset Alliance. The first Android (operating system) device, the T-Mobile G1, was released in 2008 and was developed by HTC in collaboration with Google and T-Mobile. The operating system has since been updated numerous times, with new versions being released regularly, including Android 1.0, Android 2.0, Android 3.0, and Android 4.0, developed in collaboration with Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, and Motorola.

Features

The features of Android (operating system) include a user interface that is based on direct manipulation, using touch inputs that loosely correspond to real-world actions, such as tapping, swiping, and pinching. The operating system also includes a range of applications, such as Google Maps, Google Chrome, and Gmail, developed by Google in collaboration with Mozilla and Microsoft. The operating system also supports multitasking, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously, and includes a range of widgets and live wallpapers, developed by companies like Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics. The operating system also includes a range of security features, such as encryption and secure boot, developed in collaboration with Intel and Qualcomm.

Security

The security of Android (operating system) is a major concern, with the operating system being vulnerable to a range of malware and virus attacks, including those from Kaspersky Lab and Symantec. The operating system includes a range of security features, such as sandboxing and permissions, developed in collaboration with Google and Mozilla. The operating system also includes a range of encryption methods, such as AES and RSA, developed by companies like Intel and Qualcomm. The operating system has also been the subject of a number of security updates, including those from Google and the Open Handset Alliance, in collaboration with Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics.

Versions

The versions of Android (operating system) have been released regularly, with new versions being released approximately every 6-12 months, including Android 1.0, Android 2.0, Android 3.0, and Android 4.0, developed in collaboration with Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, and Motorola. The operating system has also been updated to include new features and security patches, developed by companies like Google and Intel. The operating system has also been customized by manufacturers, such as Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics, to include their own user interface and applications, developed in collaboration with Microsoft and Amazon.

Development

The development of Android (operating system) is an ongoing process, with the operating system being constantly updated and improved, in collaboration with companies like Google, Intel, and Qualcomm. The operating system is developed by the Open Handset Alliance, a consortium of hardware, software, and telecommunication companies, including HTC, Motorola, and Samsung Electronics. The operating system is also developed in collaboration with a range of other companies, including Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook, to include new features and applications, such as Google Maps and Google Chrome. The operating system has also been used in a range of other devices, such as Android TV and Android Auto, developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, Qualcomm, and Broadcom.

Category:Mobile operating systems