Online Operating System (OOS) Reviews

Also known as a WebOS. What are these, you ask? WebOS is, basically, a virtual operating system that runs in your web browser. It’s a set of applications meant to mimic a computer OS. (think Windows XP) Quite useful when using your Wii’s internet channel.

I’ve managed to try a few, cover a few, view a few.  Below will be a review of some of the better ones.

YouOS

(https://www.youos.com/)

YouOS has been DISCONTINUED. This online OS is no longer offered.

As far as functionality is concerned, this one is a real winner. There are several thousand different applications you can choose to install to your OS. (by browsing a list) By default, the client comes with web browsers, an RSS feed reader, trash bin, chat software, a word processor, and several other programs. The applications can be moved accross the desktop, and the interface works similarly to Linux. You can set desktop wallpapers, drag items to the trash bin, etc.

The OS definitely lacks in the design department; everything is rather bland. The main point to this webOS is its functionality. Additional programs such as paint, games, and IM clients can be installed.

Rating – 9/10

Additional:

Best online operating system so far, as far as functionality and diversity goes.
Works with the Wii Internet Channel.

 

OOS

(http://oos.cc)

OOS is designed to mimic Windows XP. And it does a damn good job–albeit a simple one. There’s not much in the way of applications here. You’re given an extremely simple file browser, internet browser, word processor, notepad, music player, PDF viewer, and calculator. Not much in the way of functionality, but the interface is great.

Rating - 7/10  Not many applications, great design.

Additional:

Does not work with the Wii’s Internet Channel.

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