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Question about writing a PC operating system

Posted: Wed May 31, 2006 11:00 pm
by teddy
Hey guys I need a little help,

I'm trying to learn about operating systems.

I have an old AMD Athlon PC which I'd like to format and then write a simple operating system for.

How do I get started? I know both assembly and C++ and I intend to write in those languages using a laptop and then upload to the formatted PC.

I presume I will need a compiler that will be compatable with my Athlon PC. Where can I get one?

If anyone has any advice on how to proceed I'd much appreciate it.

Thanks.

Re: Question about writing a PC operating system

Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2006 11:00 pm
by xenos
Have a look at http://www.mega-tokyo.com/osfaq2. It is a good help for beginners.

Re: Question about writing a PC operating system

Posted: Sat Jun 03, 2006 11:00 pm
by Daedalus
Also, a quick search or lookback through the forums will yield much information.

Re: Question about writing a PC operating system

Posted: Sun Jun 04, 2006 11:00 pm
by teddy
Thanks guys, I'll check those things out.