# Operating systems

The information on operating systems for a computer are visible in tabs `Operating system` for a Computer entry.

An operating system is associated with the following elements:

* Name
* Version
* Architecture
* Service Pack
* Kernel
* Edition
* Product ID
* Serial number

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The creation and management of the titles for operating systems is located in the menu \[Setup > Drop-downs > Operating systems]{.title-ref}.

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A deletion or addition of an operating system is recorded in the history of the computer.
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If using native inventory or third-party inventory tool, the operation system information can be automatically imported and updated.
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