Which is better? Using inbuilt python functions or os.system commands?

Question

Which is better to use in a python automation script for following simple operations To create a zip file and copy it or rename it to a new location. Using python inbuilt functions or terminal commands through os.system modules is better?

Answer 1

The inbuilt Python modules/ stdlib wherever you can, subprocess (os.system) where you must.

Reasons: Portability, maintenance, code readability just to name a few.