Stage 1 Flashcards
What is an OS?
A program that after turning on the mobile device or desktop, is in charge to administrate all the resources of the system (hardware/software), so it permits the communication between the user and the device.
Functions of OS
- Interprets and executes the instructions through the interface that provides to the user.
- Optimizes the communication between the output and input devices.
- Coordinates the processing of tasks.
- Provides diagnosis services of error of the basic parts of the equipment.
- Serves as a connection to execute the application software.
Types and examples of OS
Computes (Windows, MacOS, Linux) Mobile devices (Android, ¡OS, Windows Mobile)
Requirements for using Windows 10
Processor: 1 GHz RAM: 1GB 32bits and 2GB 64bits Hard disk: 16GB 32bits and 20GB 64 bits Tarjeta grafica: Direct X9 or WDDM 1.0 Pantalla: 800x600
Start
Lock screen (Image/Inactive) Login screen (Password)
Desktop
Background (Image)
Icons (Programs/Folders/Files)
-Recycle bin (Electronic garbage)
-Short cuts (Direct access to apps/files Arrow)
-File (Grouping of data)
-Folder (Store files/programs/folders)
-Screen tip (Shows information of the selected file)
Start Menu
Left (All programs/Recent used programs)
Right (Tiles)
Find (Simple and quick way to find a program)
Personalize the desktop
Click the right button on an empty area of the desktop and select “Personalize”
Taskbar
Simply viewing the applications and checking the time.
Open apps, files or windows appear temporarily
Close (X) and miniature (-)
Select taskbar settings if want to configure it
Virtual desktops
Copies of the main Windows desktop. Task view - New desktop
Start screen - Start Menu
Start Menu is activated when working in a desktop computer
Start Screen is the default screen of a touch equopment
Activity Center
It shows notifications of Windows and quick access to essential functions.
File Explorer
Manage the files of the computer (create/edit/eliminate)
Left: Folders and disks in a diagram form.
Right: Folders and files
Control Pane
Permits to do settings of the system
Android
Free multiplatform OS used in electronic devices. Many apps in a simple way.
Born in 2003
Bought in 2005
Mobile device companies in 2007 and 2008
Configuration
Icon showing a list with the sections. Information related to them and configure the equipment
¡OS
OS created by Apple used for their products. The graphical interface is elegant and easy to use. Allows privacy and security.
Storage tools
Programs that allows to save the info in the cloud to have it available in any placr and time.
OneDrive, DropBox, GoogleDrive
Prezi
Available app in the network to create interactive presentations online, so the information can be shared. Distinguised by its graphical interface and zoom.
CmapTools
An easy and accesible program that permits the user to generate, build, navigate and share concept maps which you can combine text with images and arrows to organize the concepts and ideas in a simple way.
Educative Platforma / LMS
Teaching virtual environment that permits to interact with one or two users through different tools with pedagogical purposes.
Spaces in the Network where educative materials, tests, communication between students and teachers are administered.
Characteristics of LMS
Communication tools (Students and teachers communicate) Administration tools (Access to the courses, establish permissions, assign passwords) Grade tools (Reviewing academic situation) LCMS (Work aspects related to the content)
Dock
Fixed in all the iOS screens and allows to include the most used applications.
Activities (12)
Work with educative materials Present exams Send tasks Review grades Participate in forums Upload HW Be in communication Elaborate works in teams Review your academic situation Advance in the development of competences Assessments through rubrics Self-assessments
