Operating Systems

Operating Systems

1. Examples

   • IOS
   • Windows
   • Linux
   • Android
   • MacOS
   • Ubuntu
   • Blackberry tablet OS
   • Xbox OS

2. Diagram

3. Hardware Management

   • Every piece of hardware connected to the computer system requires a device driver. Drivers essentially allow communication with hardware.

4. Require user interfaces

5. Provides a platform for applications.

   • Catagories
     • Games
     • Finance
     • Productivity
     • News
     • Business
     • Travel

6. When a computer is closed down the operating system is closed.

7. Operating systems store files into memory.

8. File Management

   • File extensions are saved to ensure a program is opened right & safely.
   • Ability to sort files & data.
   • File extensions determine what file type & what software is used to open a file.
   • Changing file extensions can cause a file to corrupt.

9. Provides security for your system.

   • Manage security.
   • Control Panel ect.
   • Adjust the settings of the computer.
     • Administrator has access to everything and can change other users access on the computer.

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