From the process management point of view, the Linux kernel is a preemptive multitasking operating system. As a multitasking OS, it allows multiple processes to share processors (CPUs) and other system resources. Each CPU executes a single task at a time.

Is Linux multiuser?

GNU/Linux is a multi-tasking OS; a part of the kernel called the scheduler keeps track of all the programs running and allots processor time accordingly, effectively running several programs simultaneously. … GNU/Linux is also a multi-user OS.

Which type of multitasking does a Linux OS use?

Preemptive multitasking operating systems include Linux and other Unix-like systems, Microsoft Windows NT/2000/XP, Mac OS X and OS/2. Unix-like operating systems were developed right from the start as preemptive multitasking and multi-user systems.