Chapter 2. Operating System Functions
Exam Objectives
Identifying the primary operating system components
Describing operating system interface features
Using Remote Desktop Connection and Remote Assistance
Just as the engine is the driving force behind an automobile, the operating system (OS) is the driving force behind your computer. Your choice of engine in your automobile affects the performance of its system, and also affects what you can do with your vehicle. In a similar way, you will find that the performance and functionality of your computer is different if you use MS-DOS, Windows NT Workstation 4.0, Windows 2000, Windows Vista, or some other OS.
The OS is responsible for several major functions on your computer. To manage your computer, the OS relies on its major components. This chapter examines these components and how they interrelate to effectively manage the computer. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to effectively choose from Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista for your system. And because the A+ exam focuses on Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista, this chapter focuses on these three OSes.
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