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Page 1: Introduction to Computer Operating Systems. What is an Operating System? A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions. The foundation

Introduction to Computer Operating Systems

Page 2: Introduction to Computer Operating Systems. What is an Operating System? A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions. The foundation

What is an Operating System?

A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions.

The foundation for how a computer runs and can be interacted with.

Includes items such as the User Interface and Filing System.

Page 3: Introduction to Computer Operating Systems. What is an Operating System? A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions. The foundation

Why is an Operating System Important? Which operating system a person chooses

drastically alters their experience.

It will determine what kind of device a person can get, what programs can be run, and what features will be available to the user.

Page 4: Introduction to Computer Operating Systems. What is an Operating System? A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions. The foundation

Assignment: OS Presentation

In groups of two or three, you will be assigned an operating system from the following slide.

You are your partners will need to create a presentation that explains the operating system and what makes it different.

Items that should be included: Date of release, company (or person) that created it, major features, machines that can run it, and why a PC user would be inclined to use it.

Page 5: Introduction to Computer Operating Systems. What is an Operating System? A piece of software that supports a computer’s basic functions. The foundation

Operating Systems List

Windows XP Windows 8.1 Mac OS Mac OSX Ubuntu Android IOS DOS Linux