Transcript File - Castle Hills Technology

1.2
Computer Basics
THE WINDOWS
OPERATING SYSTEM
OPERATING SYSTEM EXAMPLES
Microsoft Windows 7
Apple iOS
Microsoft Windows 8
Linux
Microsoft Windows RT
Android
Apple OS X
SECTION SKILL OVERVIEW
Change display settings in Windows
Adjust computer configuration using Control Panel
Modify the computer power plan through Control Panel
Use the Windows Recycle Bin
Run Windows applications
Pin applications to the Start Menu
Copy and paste application shortcuts onto the Windows desktop
KEY TERMS
Operating
System
Windows 7
OS X
Linux
Android
Desktop
Application
Start Menu
Taskbar
Control
Panel
Pinned
Application
Display
Settings
Recycle
Bin
KEY DEFINITIONS
Operating System: The main software program that controls computer
processing, software application execution, and integration and operation
of computer peripherals, devices, and hardware.
Windows 7: An operating system released by Microsoft in 2009.
Microsoft Windows Version 7 was preceded by Windows Vista and
succeeded by Windows 8.
OS X: An operating system developed by Apple Inc. to run on Mac
computers.
Linux: An open-source operating system that was designed using the
UNIX operating system model.
KEY DEFINITIONS (CONTINUED)
Android: An operating system designed to run on mobile and touchscreen
devices.
Desktop Application: Software programs designed to run on desktop or laptop
computers. Popular desktop applications include the Microsoft Office
applications.
Start Menu: The location in the Microsoft Windows operating system where
programs, system settings, files and folders, and devices can be quickly
accessed.
Taskbar: The bar at the bottom of the screen in the Microsoft Windows
operating system. The taskbar contains the Start button, pinned application
shortcuts, and the notification area.
KEY DEFINITIONS (CONTINUED)
Control Panel: A Microsoft Windows operating system program used to
perform various system-level tasks, including user account management,
computer device management, and network administration.
Pinned Application: A program that has been attached to a permanent location
in either the Start menu or the Taskbar for easier access.
Display Settings: Control Panel settings that affect the appearance of graphical
elements on the monitor.
Recycle Bin: A directory where deleted folders and files are temporarily stored.
Items in the Recycle Bin can be either restored or permanently deleted. The
Recycle Bin is accessed through an icon on the Windows desktop.
FUNCTIONS OF AN OPERATING SYSTEM
Provides a platform for applications to run on
Gives applications access to the system hardware
Provides security features to protect data on the computer
Protects information by organizing, storing, and ensuring data integrity
Provides a user interface that lets you interact with the computing system
(input and output)
IN-CLASS PRACTICE
Complete the first lab in this section, Applied Lab 1.2.9 – Use the
Windows 7 User Interface.
Let me know if you need help on a task.
CLASS DISCUSSION
What is the difference between computer hardware and software?
What is the purpose of an operating system?
How can the Windows operating system be configured through Control
Panel?
CLASS ACTIVITIES
Log in to a computer running Windows and explore system settings:
Open Control Panel
Check the System settings and record the Windows edition, processor speed, and
amount of installed memory (RAM)
Open Device Manager and observe the list of hardware devices installed on the
computer
Search the Internet for a list of new operating system features offered by
either Windows 8 or Windows 10.
SUMMARY
Operating System Functions
Windows 7 Components
Pinning of Application Icons
Application Shortcuts on the Desktop
Windows Control Panel
HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS
Complete the labs in this section:
Applied Lab 1.2.9 – Use the
Windows 7 User Interface
Applied Lab 1.2.10 – Change
Display Settings
Applied Lab 1.2.11 – Run Desktop
Applications
Prepare for the next class:
Video 1.3.1 – Storage Devices
Video 1.3.3 – Windows File
Management
Video 1.3.5 – Shared Storage
Video 1.3.7 – Cloud Storage