Discuss the components of operating system

Question

Select two of the following OS; avoid combinations that your classmates have picked already:

• Windows
• Unix and/or Linux
• MAC OS (is actually Unix/Linux style in how it looks, but behaves differently)
• Other open source
• Other closed source

For your selected OS:

List at least 5 significant differences between the two. You may consider their history, architecture, platform, installation, uses/features, standards, components, impact, usability, compatibility, access, support, stability, performance, software development, security, or other characteristics.

1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
2. Which one is better? Defend your choice.