Introduction Of Operating System

Operating System

An operating system (OS) is software that controls computer hardware and software resources. it provides an interface between users and devices. It provides a base for applications to run. It controls memory and file systems, and provides communication between software and hardware devices, allowing fast computing activities.

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Functions Of Operating System

Types Of Operating System

There are many different kinds of operating systems. Here are some examples:

Operating System For Desktop & Laptop

Operating System For Mobile & Tablets

User Interface of windows 10

A user interface is like a bridge between people and computers. It’s what you see and interact with on a screen when using apps or websites. It includes buttons, menus, and other elements that help you control and communicate with the device or software.

Desktop

The desktop screen appears as the primary interface with which users may access their shortcuts, folders, and programs. It has a simple and simple structure that allows you create the desktop wallpaper with your favorite photos or colors. Users may also easily arrange and manage their digital workspace, which simplifies computer navigation and use.

The taskbar

The taskbar is a useful value that appears at the bottom of the screen. It has icons for your commonly used apps, a search box for fast file research, and the Start menu for fast access to all of your apps. The time, date, and alerts can be seen in the notification box on the right side. This feature helps performance by making it simple for you to jump between tasks and by having necessary tools close at reach.

Icons and Shortcuts

Icons on the desktop of a computer are graphical representations of files, folders, and applications. Icons function as symbols for simple identification.

Shortcuts work as links for quick access to files or applications. Users can interact with icons by clicking, dragging or organizing them for better navigation and job performance.

Start Menu

The Start Menu, which generally appears at the bottom-left corner of the screen, gives users an easy method to get over their computer and quickly open apps. By organizing shortcuts, pinning commonly used apps, and getting access to system features like power and settings, users can modify the Start Menu. The Start Menu’s user-friendly design and features have made it an important component of the Windows user interface, providing easy and smooth interaction with the operating system.

File Explorer

The Start Menu, which generally appears at the bottom-left corner of the screen, gives users an easy method to get over their computer and quickly open apps. By organizing shortcuts, pinning commonly used apps, and getting access to system features like power and settings, users can modify the Start Menu. The Start Menu’s user-friendly design and features have made it an important component of the Windows user interface, providing easy and smooth interaction with the operating system.

  1. Quick Access :  To find files and folders quickly for effective file management.
  2. My PC: The “My PC” section of File Explorer gives you easy access to your local discs, folders, and storage devices.
  3. Layout : For easy and fast access to your most used navigational options and tools and to arrange your files in a way that’s ideal for you, customize the File Explorer layout.
  4. FIle Property : For more details, view and edit file properties in File Explorer, like size, type, and formation.
  5. Zip File : With File Explorer’s inbuilt zip file support, you can easily and quickly decompress and compress information for efficient file storage and transfer.
  6. Sort File : To allow for easier structure and faster access in File Explorer, sort files and folders alphabetically or based on other criteria.

windows In-built applications

MS Paint

 Windows operating systems have included Paint, a simple yet helpful graphics editing use, for many years. Accessible to users of all skill levels, from beginner to expert artists, is the easy-to-use interface and set of tools.

Steps to open MS Paint

STEP 1

Go to the Start button .

STEP 2

Click on the search bar and write MS Paint.

STEP 3

Now click on the MS Paint.

STEP 4

MS Paint is ready to work.

NOTEPAD

 Windows operating systems pre-install Notepad, a simple just useful text editor. It is easy to use for writing short notes, creating short documents, and editing various types of text files(.txt) because of its simplicity.

Steps to open Notepad

STEP 1

Go to the Start button .

STEP 2

Click on the search bar and write Notepad.

STEP 3

Now click on Notepad.

STEP 4

Notepad is ready to work.

WORDPAD

Windows operating systems provide a  lightweight word processing application called WordPad. It gives users an easy-to-use text writing and editing facility without the complex function of more feature-rich tools like Microsoft Word.

Steps to open Wordpad

STEP 1

Go to the Start button .

STEP 2

Click on the search bar and write WORDPAD.

STEP 3

Now click on the "wordpad".

STEP 4

Wordpad is ready to work.

How to install Applicatications

Chrome

STEP 1

Download

Go to the link  and tap on the Download button.

STEP 2

Open

Open the chromesetup.exe file from chrome downloads.

STEP 3

Allow

If prompted click "install anyway" and after click "yes".

STEP 4

Install

Wait for installation to finish.It will automatically open .

Ubuntu

STEP 1

Download

Go to the link  and tap on the Download button.

STEP 1

Phase - II

Click on the marked area.

STEP 1

Download

Go to the link  and tap on the Download button.

STEP 1

Download

Go to the link  and tap on the Download button.

Types Of File Extension

File extensions are used to identify the type or format of a file on an operating system. They are often represented as a dot followed by a few letters, such as “.txt” for text files. Different file extensions are supported by various operating systems. Here are some typical file extensions found on various operating systems.

Text Files
Spreadsheets
Presentation
Image
Audio
Video
Compressed files
Executable Files
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