CIS 1200 Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Root Directory, Taskbar, List Of Utility Software

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Computing and Information Science
• Course: CIS 1200
• Professor: John Saville

Document Summary

Step 3: loading the os (bios goes through preconfigured list of devices in its search for the drive that contains the system files, the main files of the os. Ram, the kernel (or supervisor program) is loaded) Refresh your pc is a new utility program in windows 8 that attempts to diagnose and fix errors in your windows system file that are causing your computer to behave improperly. Windows 8 designed for a variety of devices (laptops, desktops, tablet. Three different ways to accomplish tasks in windows 8: 1) mouse, 2) touching the screen, 3) using keystrokes. Start screen is first interaction with the os and first image you see on your display. Controls and settings are contained on app bars (such as tabs bar and address bar) Charms special shortcuts for performing common tasks such as searching or sharing info. Taskbar displays open and favourite applications for easy access.