OPERATING
SYSTEM
WHAT IS OPERATING SYSTEM?
An OPERATING SYSTEM
or OS is a program that is
located after the computer
starts-up and manages all
operations and applications in
a computer.
An operating system is the most
important software that runs on a
computer.
It manages the computer's memory,
processes.
It also allows you to communicate with
the computer without knowing how to speak
the computer's language.
Without an
operating system,
a computer is
useless.
The operating system's job
Your computer's operating system (OS) manages
all of the software and hardware on the
computer.
Most of the time, there are many different computer
programs running at the same time, and they all
need to access your computer's central processing
unit (CPU), memory, and storage. The operating
system coordinates all of this to make sure each
program gets what it needs.
EXAMPLES OF
OPERATING
SYSTEM
Apples Mac OS X
Mac OS
Mac OS is a line of operating systems created by
Apple. It comes preloaded on all new Macintosh
computers, or Macs.
All of the recent versions are known as OS X , and
the specific versions include:
Yosemite (released in 2014),
Mavericks (2013),
Mountain Lion (2012),
Lion (2011),
Snow Leopard(2009).
Linux
LINUX
Linux is a family of open-source operating
systems, which means they can be modified and
distributed by anyone around the world.
This is different from proprietary software like
Windows, which can only be modified by the
company that owns it (Microsoft).
The advantages of Linux are that it is free, and
there are many different distributionsor
versionsyou can choose from. Each distribution
has a different look and feel, and the most popular
ones include Ubuntu, Mint, and Fedora.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS
The most popular Operating system is
Microsofts Windows.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS
Microsoft created the Windows operating system
in the mid-1980s. Over the years, there have been
many different versions of Windows.
If you're buying a new computer or are upgrading
to a newer version of Windows, you can choose
from several different editions of Windows, such
as Home Premium, Professional,
and Ultimate. You may need to do some research
to decide which edition is right for you.
Why do we need to install an Operating System?
Without an Operating System a
computer is just a metal casing with
components inside it. The Operating
System acts as an interface between
the user and the computer, translating
the user inputs into machine
instructions and, thus letting the
computer perform the desired task.
Operating systems for mobile devices
The operating systems we've been talking about
were designed to run
on desktop or laptop computers.
Mobile devices such as phones, tablet
computers, and MP3 players are different from
desktop and laptop computers, so they run
operating systems that are designed specifically for
mobile devices.
Examples of mobile operating systems
include Apple iOS, Windows Phone,
and Google Android.
What you will need to install an Operating System?
Computer System with at least 1GB memory and a
500GB hard disk drive
What you will need to install an Operating System?
Installation CD
What you will need to install an Operating System?
License Key/Product Key
What you will need to install an Operating System?
System Manual that comes with your computer
QUIZ
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1 Answer
It is the most important software that
runs on a computer.
a. Application software
b. Operating System
c. Driver Program
d. Anti Virus software
2 Answer
Operating system manages both
the hardware and the software.
a. TRUE b. FALSE
3 Answer
Mac OS is a kind of operating system
created by:
a. Microsoft
b. IBM
c. Apple
d. Acer
4 Answer
Computer can run properly
without an operating system.
a. TRUE b. FALSE
5 Answer
What is the first version of OS X which
released 2009
a. Lion
b. Yosemite
c. Mountain Lion
d. Snow Leopard
6 Answer
This kind of operating system is free, and
there are many different distributionsor
versionsyou can choose from.
a. Microsoft
b. Linux
c. Mac OS
7 Answer
The most popular version of Linux are
the following except:
a. Mavericks
b. Ubuntu
c. Mint
d. Fedora
8 Answer
The most popular operating
system is:
a. Windows XP
b. Linux
c. Microsoft Windows
d. Mac OS
9 Answer
Different editions of Windows are the
following except:
a. Limited
b. Ultimate
c. Home Premium
d. Professional
10 Answer
Mobile operating systems are the
following except:
a. Apple iOS
b. Google Android
c. Windows 10
d. Windows Phone
11-16 Answer
Give 5 examples of Microsoft
Windows.
Microsoft Windows 95 Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows 98 Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows ME Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows 8.1
Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 10
17-20 Answer
Give 4 things that you will be needed to
install an Operating System?
Computer System
Installation CD
License Key/Product Key
System Manual
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