2. Operating systemWhat is it? An operating system (OS) is a set of computer programs that runs the computer hardware. Operating systems control common hardware functions such as: Managing the processor and memory Managing files and storage Formatting disks Communicating with peripheral devices Capturing user input Providing output
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4. This is what defines the user’s experience and causes some users to prefer Windows or Mac.
5. The operating system also provides a structure for organizing data on the system.
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7. Windows 7 Microsoft Windows runs on roughly 90% of all personal computers. Windows 7, the most recent version of Windows, provides a high-quality graphical user experience that supports all types of computer activities from business applications to video games and media production
8. Windows 7 Windows 7 provides high quality graphical user experience that supports all types of computer activities Available in different computing needs Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Ultimate
9. What’s New? - Desktop Taskbar – Bigger Icons, Preview, Rearrange Jump Lists – provide a way to access recently used, files, pictures and emails right as you hover over the icon for faster computing
10. What’s New? Snap – Way to resize open windows by dragging them to the edge of the screen Peek – like x-ray vision to see through all open windows to the desktop Shake – clear view by shaking front window
11. What’s New? Desktop Search Now you wont have to go looking through your start menu to find what you need. Simply type it in the search bar and it shows up. External Hard Drive With Windows XP you needed a third party to help you back up your data. Now you just plug in your external hard drive and an option to “Use this drive for backup” shows up in auto play.
12. What’s New?-Performance 64-bit processor Large amount of information support Can use more RAM up to 4GB More responsive when running multiple programs Compared to the 32-bit processor more power
13. File Management-Libraries Bringing together information from different access points External Hard Drive Home Computer Work Laptop Files will remain in original places but can be put together so they can be worked on
14. File Management-Libraries Windows categorizes everything into libraries such as Documents, Mixed Media, Images, Music, and Videos. Before everything you worked on got added to my documents, whether it was music, pictures, or essays. Now, Windows 7 automatically files everything where it needs to be, making it easier to search for things in the future.
16. New & Improved Marketing Campaign – “Windows 7 was My Idea” Improved the ability of having the computer come out of sleep and resume quickly Modified Shut Down Action Word Pad’s Facelift Sticky Notes Everywhere Windows Vault to store your credentials Calculators for everyone (Standard, Scientific, Statistics, Programmer)
17. Cloud Storage Sky Drive Explorer allows Microsoft users to add 25GB of safe cloud storage to Windows Explorer This service if provided free from Microsoft. You can access your Sky Drive from virtually anywhere. Once installed, you can add files & folders, move things around, add/delete, as if they were stored in your local hard drive.
18. Security & Compatibility Action Center – Maintenance and Security All in one for updates No more pop ups from different programs Parental Controls Set time limits Control what games they can play Windows Live Family Safety
19. Reasons to Switch to windows 7 Best operating system by Microsoft up to date Taskbar & Jump List Better security and interface Speed Better integration with hardware Upgrading won’t screw you over XP Mode Automatically Installed Device Drivers It just looks better
20. Mac VS. Windows Mac’s simple and easy use draws in users OS X Snow leopard = Windows 7 UNIX technology provides stability and security
21. Credits Download Squad." SkyDrive Explorer adds 25gb of free cloud storage to Windows Explorer. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Oct 2010. <http://www.downloadsquad.com/2009/10/30/access-skydrive-from-windows-explorer-my-computer/>. Top 10 Windows 7 Features #4: A worthwhile Windows Explorer." Beta News. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct 2010. <http://www.betanews.com/article/Top-10-Windows-7-Features-4-A-worthwhile-Windows-Explorer/1242770911>. Mac vs. PC." Apple Mac vs PC. Web. 13 Oct 2010. <http://www.funnymail.co.za/images/apple-mac-vs-pc>. Web. 12 Oct 2010. <http://editingvideos.net/images/mac-vs-pc.jpg>. Windows 7." Mobile Whack. Web. 13 Oct 2010. <http://www.mobilewhack.com/tag/vista/>.
22. Credits 8 Reasons To Switch To Windows 7 (If You Haven't Already)." Dumb Little Man. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Oct 2010. <http://www.dumblittleman.com/2010/05/8-reasons-to-switch-to-windows-7-if-you.html>. 7 New and Improved Windows 7 Features That Shouldn’t Go Unnoticed ." GilsMethod. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 Oct 2010. <http://www.gilsmethod.com/7-new-and-improved-windows-7-features-that-shouldnt-go-unnoticed>. 7 Good Reasons to Switch to Windows 7." Gadget Lap. N.p., n.d. Web. 13 Oct 2010. <http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2009/08/windows7-seven-reasons/>.
