OPERATING SYSTEM

Learning Outcomes:

i. Define the operating system

ii. State the functions of operating system

iii. Run scan disk on the computer system

iv. Defrag the hard disk

v. Scan the computer for viruses

vi. Compress and decompress files

System Software

Control operations of the computer and its devices.

Operating system Utility Programmes

Operating System

Coordinates all the activities computer hardware devices.

Controls the hardware in the computer, peripherals, manages memory and files.

Examples…

Functions of Operating System

1. Starting a computer.

2. Providing a user interface.

3. Managing data and programs.

4. Managing memory.

5. Configuring devices.

1. Starting a computer

Start computer -> loads the operating system into the computer’s memory.

Warm Boot / Cold Boot.

2. Providing a user interface

Command Line

2. Providing a user interface

Menu Driven

2. Providing a user interface

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

3. Managing data and programs

Single-tasking. Multitasking.

Managing memory

Optimize use of RAM. Allocate data and instruction. Monitor memory contents.

Configuring devices

Exercise

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