Time Sharing Systems

Time sharing systems are a way computers serve multiple users simultaneously by dividing their processing time into small segments. Each user gets a brief "slice" of the computer's attention, allowing many people to run programs and access data as if they had exclusive use. This approach maximizes efficiency and resource utilization, making powerful computers accessible to multiple users without needing a separate machine for each. It’s like a busy office where a single receptionist attends to different callers in quick succession, giving everyone prompt attention.