IC3 GS5 Certification Guide Lesson 1: Operating Systems © CCI Learning Solutions

Lesson Objectives The Function Of An Operating System Navigating The Windows Desktop Using The Taskbar Popular Desktop Operating Systems Accessing The Settings App Accessing The Control Panel User Accounts And Profiles Customizing The Windows Desktop Power On And Power Off Procedures The Features Of Mobile Operating Systems Power Options Using The Start Button Operating System Updates © CCI Learning Solutions

Vocabulary Assignment In a Word / Goggle Doc, define the following 25 terms in your own words. Operating System (OS) Restart Program Taskbar Code Pointing Device Software Start Button Application Start Menu Desktop Cortana Interface Global Settings Graphical User Interface (GUI) Profile Specific Settings User Account Dialog Box User Profile Patches Sleep Updates Hibernate Service Packs Shut Down © CCI Learning Solutions

What is an Operating System? The operating system (or OS) is a computer program A program is a sequence of instructions that guides the computer through the performance of a specific task or sequence of tasks The individual lines of instruction are referred to as code The term software refers to any program that makes a computer run – including operating systems and application programs. Every computer requires an operating system in order to function. Think of an operating system as the central manager of communication, coordination, and control. © CCI Learning Solutions

What is an Operating System? Users and application programs interact with the OS Applications create documents or complete specific tasks. They use the OS to control the hardware functions of the computer. © CCI Learning Solutions

Desktop Operating Systems Are used on desktop and laptop computers Are released in various versions and editions which determine the features that are available Include a Desktop which is the central place from which you begin working The desktop is an interface (a point where two systems – people, networks, or devices) meet and exchange information The OS communicates with the user through a GUI (graphical user interface) © CCI Learning Solutions

Desktop Operating Systems Windows Microsoft Windows 10 Microsoft Windows 8 Microsoft Windows 7 Mac OS X Version 10.11 – El Capitan Version 10.10 – Yosemite Version 10.9 – Maverick © CCI Learning Solutions

Desktop Operating Systems Linux Versions called distributions Knoppix Ubuntu Gentoo UNIX Includes a separate GUI © CCI Learning Solutions

Common Operating System Features User Accounts Have an account name, password and permissions (rules associated with objects – files, folders and settings) User Profiles A collection of settings associated with a user account. A profile includes settings for elements such as the Desktop background, lock screen, screen saver, date and time information. Built-in power off procedures: Shut Down – closes all files and programs, closes the OS and turns off the power completely. © CCI Learning Solutions

Common Operating System Features Powering Off a Windows Computer Click the Start button then click Power to display the Power menu. In the Power menu, click Shut down to power off the system. © CCI Learning Solutions

Understanding Windows Power Options Sleep – leaves the computer on, but turns off the screen and puts work into memory Hibernate – (Laptops Only) writes open files and programs to storage and turns off the system; uses no power; useful if you will not using your laptop for an extended period of time, but you do not want to close your documents. Shut Down – close files and operating system and turns off the system Restart – closes all files and programs, exits and then restarts the operating system © CCI Learning Solutions

EXERCISE: Windows Power Options Identify where the power buttons are located on the computer and monitor. Log-in Click the Start button in the lower left corner of the Desktop to open the Start menu. Click Power to view the power menu. © CCI Learning Solutions

The Windows 10 Desktop Mouse pointer Desktop icons Taskbar Start button Search box © CCI Learning Solutions

The Windows 10 Desktop Desktop Icons Shortcuts to open frequently used program, folders or files Mouse Pointer The arrow that follows the movement of the mouse on screen Start Button Click to start program, open documents, search items and get help Taskbar The long horizontal bar at the bottom of the screen that includes three main sections: the Start button and search box; the middle section (which displays the buttons for open programs and files); and the notification area (which includes a clock and icons that communicate the status of certain programs and settings) © CCI Learning Solutions

Navigating Around the Desktop Using a Pointing Device Click once to select an item Double-click to activate or open an item Right-click to display a shortcut menu © CCI Learning Solutions

Navigating Around the Desktop Using the Keyboard A number of features can be accessed through the keyboard EXAMPLE: Press the Windows button to open the Start Menu, ESC to cancel an action, or TAB to move to the next field in a dialog box Using a Touch Screen Tap to open, select, or activate an item Double-tap to open a file or folder Press and hold (long press) to show information or open a short-cut menu © CCI Learning Solutions

Navigating Around the Desktop Using the Start Button and Start Menu Click the Start button, or press the WINDOWS key © CCI Learning Solutions

Windows 10: Cortana Search Box/Cortana Windows 10 personal assistant Click and type in the search box to display topics and file names that match what you type If you click in the box, Cortana will open for initial setup. To use Cortana you must sign into the system with a personal Microsoft account. Click “Not Interested” to turn the feature off. © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Appears at the bottom of the Windows Desktop (default) The taskbar can be moved to either side or the top of the window Notification area Show Desktop Action Center Task View Taskbar buttons © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Taskbar Buttons A button displays in the taskbar for each open application and any apps you have “pinned” to the taskbar. If you point the mouse pointer over a taskbar button, Windows displays a preview window for each file that is open within that application. Click the taskbar button to activate a program or window. © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Task View – New in Windows 10! Task view shows small windows of all your running apps in the middle of the screen and displays a command for creating virtual Desktops. © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Notification Area Displays the time and date and provides quick access to items such as the volume control or a wireless network connection. It can also display information about the status of the power level of a laptop battery or whether operation system updates are available. You control which icons are visible. © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Action Center Opens the Windows Action Center Read and respond to, or clear notifications, Access system settings Turn specific features on or off © CCI Learning Solutions

Using the Taskbar Show Desktop Makes all open windows transparent so you can see the Desktop. Click again to restore all the windows to their previous state. © CCI Learning Solutions

Global and Profile-Specific Settings Global settings affect all user accounts on the system Generally, related to hardware: i.e. screen resolution, power management options, date and time settings, installed printers Profile-specific settings are settings tied to an individual user’s profile These affect only one user account on the system: i.e. background pictures, screen savers, themes and sound schemes. © CCI Learning Solutions

Global and Profile-Specific Settings The Settings App Click Start, Settings, or Right-click the Desktop and click Display settings or Personalize © CCI Learning Solutions

Global and Profile-Specific Settings The Windows Control Panel Right-click Start, click Control Panel; or select an advanced feature in the Settings app © CCI Learning Solutions

Global and Profile-Specific Settings © CCI Learning Solutions

Global and Profile-Specific Settings Dialog Boxes Display on top of all other windows Accept user input Stay open until you close them © CCI Learning Solutions

Changing Global Settings Global Settings include: Screen resolution Password Protection Power Management options © CCI Learning Solutions

Customizing Profile-Specific Settings Profile-specific settings include those that affect: Background picture/color Window colors Screen savers Lock Screen Themes / Sounds © CCI Learning Solutions

Mobile Operating Systems Optimized for touch screen, small size, fast file transfer, and accessing cellular networks Easy on battery power and system resources Can be used for many computing tasks Some of the most widely-installed mobile operating systems are: Android – by Google iOS – by Apple Windows 10 Mobile – by Microsoft BlackBerry 10 – by BlackBerry © CCI Learning Solutions

Mobile Operating Systems Touch Screen Navigation on Mobile OS Tap (lightly tap items with your finger tip) Touch and Hold (touch an item with your finger and maintain contact) Swipe or Slide (lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen) Drag (touch and hold on an item, and then move it to a new location) Pinch and Spread (pinch the screen using your thumb and forefinger, or spread by moving your fingers apart) © CCI Learning Solutions

Mobile Operating Systems The Home Screen Displays shortcuts apps and features Displays notifications and status info Consists of a grid of shortcuts that can be arranged over multiple pages Status icons Notification icons Apps screen Widget Status bar App folder Home screen indicator App shortcuts Dock © CCI Learning Solutions

Operating System Updates Patches A file of programming code inserted into an existing program to fix a known problem Intended to be a temporary Updates A file or collection of software tools that resolves security issues and improves performance; released as necessary Service Packs A collection of updates released together © CCI Learning Solutions

Operating System Updates Automatic Updating – Windows 10 Windows Update automatically downloads and installs that latest updates, drivers and patches released by Microsoft Windows Update will automatically download and install important and critical updates by default Optional updates and updates require you to accept new terms of use are downloaded, and Windows Update will let you know these are ready to install Cannot selectively install updates You can choose only whether your computer will reboot automatically to install updates when the system is inactive, or whether to be notified to schedule a reboot © CCI Learning Solutions

Operating System Updates Updating a Mobile Operating System Mobile OS push updates out to their customer base Users will see a notification that an update is available and ready to be installed You can also check manually for updates. © CCI Learning Solutions

Operating System Updates To look for updates for your Android phone: Connect to Wi-Fi. Tap Settings (or if necessary, tap Apps, then tap Settings). Tap System updates. Tap Check for new system update To look for updates for your iPhone: Connect to Wi-Fi. Tap Settings > General > Software Update. Tap Download and Install. © CCI Learning Solutions

Lesson Summary The Function Of An Operating System Navigating The Windows Desktop Using The Taskbar Popular Desktop Operating Systems Accessing The Settings App Accessing The Control Panel User Accounts And Profiles Customizing The Windows Desktop Power On And Power Off Procedures The Features Of Mobile Operating Systems Power Options Using The Start Button Operating System Updates © CCI Learning Solutions