Information Technology Fundamentals (ITF)

Mr. Shultz

Today’s Objectives and Bell-RingerBell-Ringer1. What is the purpose of an operating system?2. At the simplest level, what two things does an

operating system do?3. What is the single function of the bootstrap

loader?Objectives• Given the course textbook, TSW correctly

describe the four basic actions of a computer with no errors. (BUS6670.047)

Bell-Ringer1. What is the purpose of an

operating system?

To organize and control hardware and software so that the device behaves in a flexible but predictable way

Bell-Ringer2. At the simplest level, what two

things does an operating system do?

Manages hardware and software resources

Provides a stable, consistent way for applications to deal with the hardware

Bell-Ringer3. What is the single function of

the bootstrap loader?

It loads the OS into memory and allows it to begin operation.

TodayLog on to the Pearson web site and

set up an account.Using the online textbook, complete

the Lesson 1-1 Graphic Organizer, "What Is a Computer?"

Using the online textbook, complete the Chapter 1 Vocabulary Review.

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Click on “Course Materials”

Click on Introduction to Computers and Information

Technology – Chapter by Chapter

Click on Part 1: Computing Fundamentals

Click on Unit 1: Exploring Computers

Click on Chapter 1: What is a Computer?

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This is the eBook. Use the arrows to move from page to page.

TodayLog on to the Pearson web site and

set up an account.Using the online textbook, complete

the Lesson 1-1 Graphic Organizer, "What Is a Computer?"

Using the online textbook, complete the Chapter 1 Vocabulary Review.

Information Technology Fundamentals (ITF)

Mr. Shultz