Chapter 5
The Operating System
and the User Interface
Learning Objectives:
Define the terms operating system and user interface.
Name three major functions of the operating system and
explain the importance of each function from the users
perspective.
List five types of utility software and describe how each can
be used to enhance the functionality of an operating system.
Define the term multitasking and list two ways it saves
time for a user.
List three other significant operating systems, aside from
DOS and Windows.
Operating Systems:
DOS
Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows NT
OS/2 Warp
Mac OS
UNIX
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Learning Objectives:
Chapter 5 Review
Define the terms operating system and user interface.
Name three major functions of the operating system and
explain the importance of each function from the users
perspective.
List five types of utility software and describe how each can
be used to enhance the functionality of an operating system.
Define the term multitasking and list two ways it saves
time for a user.
List three other significant operating systems, aside from
DOS and Windows.