Operating Systems

Operating Systems

1. Examples

2. Acts as a Pathway between User and Computer

3. Controlled by the hardware

4. Operates Utility programs, Web Browsers, Image editors and Word Proscessors

5. Operating Systems use Device Drivers to communicate with External Programs and Applications before presenting them to the user.

6. Controls the User Interface

7. The Operating System Manages Files and the Directory Structure

8. Windows, Icons, Menus and Pointers

9. Apps

   • Games
   • Medical
   • Productivity
   • Security
     • Security such as CCTV, Motion Sensors and Keycard Locks can help secure physical property and prevent it being stolen
     • Antiviruses and Passwords can help protect your Virtual data from malicious users and hackers
   • Music
   • Shopping

10. File Management

    • The user uses the File Explorer UI to access and change files.
    • Stores Data as Files
      • Filetypes e.g .mpeg tell the computer what program should run the file.
        • Sometimes the Operating System does not know so it asks the user
    • The ability to Save Files is Vital for computers. Without it, computers would be significantly less useful

Images and files in the map