CPU Ch 5 Flashcards
Software that runs a computer and coordinates instructions is called
System software
____ is the most essential software on the computer.
OS Software
Group of programs that controls how your computer functions
Operating system
Operating system performs these tasks;
Provide UI
Manage CPU
Manages memory
Multiuser operating systems are known as;
Networks
Servers are computers on a network that;
manage resources
Mainframes are large computers that handle the request of __#__ people
50-75
The ____ of the operating system enables the user to communicate with the computer system.
User Interface
Microsoft Windows and Mac OS use a ____ interface.
Graphical User
Facilitates communication between the device and the Operating System
Device Driver
____ Structure is how the OS system stores your files.
Hierarchical structure
Plug and play enables users to ____
Plug their new device into a port
Use the device
OS automatically recognizes the device and its driver.
The _____ represents the hard drive.
C drive
