Computer Chronicles - S05E18: Multitasking Operating Systems

Name: Multitasking Operating Systems
Genre: Talk
Released: 2026-11-06
Duration: 23 min

Nov 06, 2026TalkSeason 5, Episode 18

As operating systems grew more robust, one of the key new features was the ability to multitask, run several applications at the same time. This program looks at some new approaches including Concurrent DOS from Digital Research, Windows 386 from Microsoft, IBM's OS/2, Apple's A/UX, and Tandy's Xenix. Guests include Lee Reiswig, Director of the IBM Austin Lab and Gary Kildall of Digital Research. Originally broadcast in 1988. http://archive.org/details/CC518_multitasking

Cast: Stewart Cheifet, Gary Kildall

All Episodes - Season 5

01HypercardOct 28, 1987 02Laser PrintersNov 04, 1987 03Comdex Special 1987Nov 11, 1987 04Local Area Networks: Part 1 - IBM CompatiblesNov 18, 1987 05Local Area Networks: Part 2 - AppleNov 25, 1987 06Consumer Buying GuideDec 02, 1987 07Mac Business SoftwareDec 09, 1987 08Computer Games: Part 1Dec 16, 1987 09Computer Games: Part 2Dec 23, 1987 10Decision Support SoftwareDec 30, 1987 11PC ImagingJan 06, 1988 12MacWorld San Francisco 1988Jan 28, 1988 13The New AmigasNov 06, 2026 14CD-ROMsFeb 24, 1988 15Tax Preparation SoftwareMar 02, 1988 16SharewareNov 06, 2026 17The Commodore 64Nov 06, 2026 18Multitasking Operating SystemsNov 06, 2026 19Business Graphics: Part 1 - MacNov 06, 2026 20Business Graphics: Part 2 - PCNov 06, 2026 21Input DevicesNov 06, 2026 22Computers and PoliticsNov 06, 2026 23Laptop PeripheralsNov 06, 2026 24Add-On Boards & CardsMay 04, 1988 25Investment SoftwareJun 01, 1988 26Personal CAD SoftwareNov 06, 2026

Computer Chronicles S05E18 Synopsis

Computer Chronicles "Multitasking Operating Systems" is part of the 1337x catalog. Featuring performances from Stewart Cheifet, Gary Kildall among the cast. As part of this Talk series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. As operating systems grew more robust, one of the key new features was the ability to multitask, run several applications at the same time. This program looks at some new approaches including Concurrent DOS from Digital Research, Windows 386 from Mic...