Task summaryWhat you will learn:
That there are many different types of operating systems to suit particular needs and requirements. How you will be assessed: A mini research & writing task and a short assessment test. |
Key terminologyOperating system (OS):
The software that manages a computer's basic functions. User Interface (UI): This part of the operating system is directing what you see on the screen and reacts to your key presses and other inputs. Graphical User Interface(GUI): The user chooses an option usually by pointing a mouse at an icon representing that option. |
Activities
An operating system is software that communicates with the hardware and allows programs to run.
All computers, tablets and smartphones have an operating system.
Operating systems have some common features:
All computers, tablets and smartphones have an operating system.
Operating systems have some common features:
- They all have a User Interface (UI).
- They have the ability to manage files and folders.
- They enable you to install and run programs on your device.
- The OS manages the communication between the hardware and the software.
Activities
Can you identify the operating systems from the well known logos and the type of devices? Solve the anagrams on this worksheet.
Click on this link to read about the differences between application software and operating systems.
Use the Internet to research information about operating systems for Smartphones and then write a magazine review to explain your findings. Use this worksheet to help you. Finish this for homework.
Click on this link to read about the differences between application software and operating systems.
Use the Internet to research information about operating systems for Smartphones and then write a magazine review to explain your findings. Use this worksheet to help you. Finish this for homework.