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CHAPTER 5: SYSTEM SOFTWARE (2.operating system (features (booting, file…
CHAPTER 5: SYSTEM SOFTWARE
1.system software
definition: works with end users, application software, and computer hardware to handle the majority of technical details.
types: 1) operating system 2) utilities 3) device drivers 4) language translators
2.operating system
features
booting
file and folders
common with application software
categories
embedded operating system
stand-alone operating system
network operating systems
functions
managing computer resources
providing user interface
running applications
example
mobile: less complicated and more specialized for wireless. (android,ios,windows phone)
desktop: common used by individuals.
definition: a collection of programs that handle technical tasks.
utilities
essential utilities
antivirus programs
troubleshooting or diagnostic programs
backup programs
file compression programs
what is utility suites?
less expensive
popular suites such as kaspersky, norton utilities and bit defender
combine several programs into one package
what is utilities?
specialized programs designed to make computing easier eg perform maintenance-type tasks.
window utilities (operating system)
disk cleanup: Identifies and eliminates non essential files
disk defragmenter: Rearranges files and unused disk space to optimize performance
file history: Can create a backup for your hard drive
3.popular OS used today
UNIX (operating system)
LUNIX (version of UNIX)
Mac OS (apple computers)
window (most used)