Intro

Objectives

  • Describe the role and basic functions of an operating system including (4.1.2):
    • Managing files
    • Providing an interface
    • Managing peripherals and drivers
    • Managing memory
    • Managing multitasking
    • Providing a platform for running applications
    • Providing system security
    • Managing user accounts
  • Understand how hardware, firmware and an operating system are required to run applications software (4.1.2)

Resources

Slides

Main activity

Extension activity