Information Technology Fundamentals (ITF) Mr. Shultz

Today’s Objectives and Bell-Ringer Bell-Ringer 1.What is the purpose of an operating system? 2.At the simplest level, what two things does an operating system do? 3.What is the single function of the bootstrap loader? Objectives Given the course textbook, TSW correctly describe the four basic actions of a computer with no errors. (BUS )

Bell-Ringer 1. What is the purpose of an operating system? To organize and control hardware and software so that the device behaves in a flexible but predictable way

Bell-Ringer 2. At the simplest level, what two things does an operating system do? Manages hardware and software resources Provides a stable, consistent way for applications to deal with the hardware

Bell-Ringer 3. What is the single function of the bootstrap loader? It loads the OS into memory and allows it to begin operation.

Today Log on to the Pearson web site and set up an account. Using the online textbook, complete the Lesson 1-1 Graphic Organizer, "What Is a Computer?" Using the online textbook, complete the Chapter 1 Vocabulary Review.

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If it shows “Shultz ITF” followed by your class block, click on Confirm If it doesn’t, ask for help

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You should now be on the “Today’s View” screen. Click on “Course Materials”

Click on Introduction to Computers and Information Technology – Chapter by Chapter

Click on Part 1: Computing Fundamentals

Click on Unit 1: Exploring Computers

Click on Chapter 1: What is a Computer?

Click on eText – Chapter 1

Click on Go to eText

This is the eBook. Use the arrows to move from page to page.

Today Log on to the Pearson web site and set up an account. Using the online textbook, complete the Lesson 1-1 Graphic Organizer, "What Is a Computer?" Using the online textbook, complete the Chapter 1 Vocabulary Review.

Information Technology Fundamentals (ITF) Mr. Shultz