Here's how you can simplify the explanation of an operating system to a non-technical person.
Explaining an operating system (OS) to someone who isn't tech-savvy can be challenging, but think of it as the unseen conductor of your computer's symphony. The OS is the master program that manages all the other programs on your computer. It's the boss that tells your hardware—like the screen, keyboard, and hard drive—how to work together and run the software you use every day, from web browsers to games. It also keeps things orderly, making sure that different programs don't interfere with each other, and it keeps your files neatly stored for easy access.