Module 2

COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NC II

SOFTWARE
Types of software
1. Operating System (OS) - is a collection of software that manages computer hardware resources and
provides common services for computer programs. The operating system is a vital component of the
system software in a computer system.
Example OS:
 Windows – designed and produced by Microsoft Corporation. Similar to other operating
systems, Windows makes a computer system user-friendly by providing a graphical display
and organizing information so that it can be easily accessed.
 Linux - is a Unix-like computer operating system assembled under the model of free and
open source software development and distribution. The defining component of Linux is the
Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released 5 October 1991 by Linus Torvalds.
 Macintosh - the computer operating system for Apple Computer's Macintosh line of
personal computers and workstations.
2. Programs/applications - a computer program designed to help people perform a certain type of
work.
3. Multimedia - the presentation of information using the combination of text, sound, pictures,
animation, and video.
4. Drivers - are special software programs that operate specific devices that can be either crucial or
optional to the functioning of the computer. Drivers help operate keyboards, printers, and DVD
drives, for example

Elements of the Windows XP Desktop

1. Icon - a small picture that represents an object available to your computer.

2. Pointer - a small object, such as an arrow, that moves on the screen when you move the mouse.
3. Desktop - your workplace on the screen.
4. Date/Time Control-shows the current date and time and lets you set the clock. Generally located in
the lower right corner of the desktop.
5. Start Button - provides access to Windows XP programs, documents, and information on the
Internet. Generally located in the lower left corner of the desktop.
6. Taskbar - Contains buttons that give you quick access to common tools and the programs currently
running. Generally located along the bottom of the desktop.

1
Module 2

PARTS OF A WINDOW

 Title bar - Displays the name of the document and program (or the folder name if you're working in
a folder).
 Minimize, Maximize, and Close buttons - These buttons hide the window, enlarge it to fill the whole
screen, and close it, respectively (more details on these shortly).
 Menu bar - Contains items that you can click to make choices in a program.
 Scroll bar - Lets you scroll the contents of the window to see information that is currently out of
view.
 Borders and corners - You can drag these with your mouse pointer to change the size of the
window.

CREATING BOOTABLE FLASH DRIVE (using CMD)

Requirements
1. PC
2. FLASH DRIVE at least 4GB
3. OS (SERVER 2008 or WINDOWS 7) in ISO file or Extracted file
4. WinRar or 7-zip

Procedure:
1. Open CMD
2. Type DISKPART
3. Type LIST DISK
4. Type SELECT DISK 1
5. Type CLEAN
6. Type CREATE PARTITION PRIMARY
7. Type SELECT PARTITION 1
8. Type FORMAT FS=NTFS QUICK
9. Type ACTIVE
10. Type EXIT
11. COPY-PASTE the extracted OS File

2
Module 2

REFORMAT PC
Requirements:
1. Bootable OS (DVD or Flash drive)
2. Programs Installer
3. Drivers
4. Backup
Procedure:
1. Turn off PC
2. Insert bootable OS (flash drive) then turn on
3. Enter to BIOS SETUP utility (by continuously pressing Delete or F2)
4. Go to BOOT settings or BOOT tab
5. Change BOOT DEVICE PRIORITY
1st USB KEY or Flash Drive / CD or DVD drive
2nd Hard disk Drive
6. Save and Reboot
7. Press any key (if required)
8. Follow Windows setup
9. Select Architecture (x64 or x86)
10. Select Custom Installation
11. DELETING PARTITION
12. CREATING PARTITION
13. Wait until 100%
14. Preparing to restart
15. Enter to BIOS SETUP utility (by continuously pressing Delete or F2)
16. Go to BOOT settings or BOOT tab
17. Change BOOT DEVICE PRIORITY
1st Hard disk Drive
2ND USB KEY or Flash Drive / CD or DVD drive
18. Save and Reboot
19. Waiting
20. Complete the installation