The computer and Its Operating System Environment CHAPTER 3 The computer and Its Operating System Environment

OBJECTIVES Describe the Windows operating system environment Perform the boot process Explain a graphical user interface Describe operating system trends in end-user design and functions

OBJECTIVES Start Windows and log off from Windows Manipulate windows and manage the desktop Identify the basic concepts underlying file and disk management, including file naming conventions

The Operating System Environment Responsible for the “housekeeping” tasks Purposes are to supervise the operation of the computer’s hardware components To coordinate the flow and control of data

Starting the Computer: The Boot Process Refers to turning on the computer Using the restart button or warm boot process POST Test Basic Input and Output System (BIOS) Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) System Files and Kernel The part of the system that loads first and remains in memory as long as the computer is turned on

Managing the Desktop Objects on the Desktop Icons Pointer Shapes Changing the Appearance of the Desktop Moving Objects on the Desktop Choosing a Screen Saver Sidebar and Gadgets

Shutting Down the System Shut down the system before turning off the computer It saves the current settings Prevents the corruption of files Use the Restart option when updating or installing new programs

Common Windows Layout Opening a Window Controlling the Window Maximize button expands the window to full screen Minimize button removes application from the desktop

Managing Files and Folders Designing Default Disk Drives Creating Folders Naming Files and Folders Viewing Files and Folders Copying Files and Folders Moving Files and Folders Deleting Files and Folders Renaming Files and Folders Organizing Folders Subfolders

Disk Management Concepts Copying a USB Storage Device Backing Up a Disk Creating Shortcuts Managing Files with Scan Disk and Defragmenter Applying Updates and Patches