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# [User Mode vs Kernel Mode in Operating Systems](https://sagunwrites.hashnode.dev/user-mode-vs-kernel-mode-in-operating-systems?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Learn the difference between user mode and kernel mode, why privilege levels exist, and how applications safely interact with the operating system.

Aug 24 · 5 min read · sagunwrites.hashnode.dev  
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-   [#privilege-levels](https://hashnode.com/tag/privilege-levels)
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