Operating Systems
Subjects
Subjects
Career & Technical Education
Grade Levels
Grade Levels
10
11
12
Duration (hours)
Duration (Approx hours)
31
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Overview
In this unit students will learn how to install an operating system on a machine, including Linux, Windows, and Mac. They will also learn the differences between the operating systems as well as requirements for each.
Standards
220-1002 (Core 2) Objectives 1.1 - 1.9
Cyber Connections
Hardware and Software
Section Title
Lessons
Accordion Items
Title
1.1 - Compare and contrast common operating system types and their purposes
Content
- 32-bit vs. 64-bit
- Workstation Operating Systems
- Cell Phone / Tablet Operating Systems
- Vendor-Specific Limitations
- Compatibility Concerns Between Operating Systems
Title
1.2 - Compare and contrast features of Microsoft Windows versions
Content
- Windows 7
- Windows 8
- Windows 8.1
- Windows 10
- Corporate vs. Personal Needs
- Desktop Styles / User Interface
Title
1.3 - Summarize general OS installation considerations and upgrade methods
Content
- Boot Methods
- Type of Installations
- Partitioning
- File System
- Load Alternate Third-Party Drivers When Necessary
- Workgroup vs. Domain Setup
- Time / Date / Region / Language Settings
- Driver Installation, Software, and Windows Updates
- Factory Recovery Partition
- Properly Formatted Boot Drive with the Correct Partitions / Format
- Prerequisites / Hardware Compatibility
- Application Compatibility
- OS Compatibility / Upgrade Path
Title
1.4 - Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft command line tools
Content
- Navigation
- ipconfig
- Ping
- Tracert
- Netstat
- nslookup
- Shutdown
- Dism
- Sfc
- Chkdsk
- Diskpart
- Takkill
- Gpupdate
- Gpresult
- Format
- Copy
- Xcopy
- Robocopy
- Net Use
- Net User
- [command name] /?
- Commands Available with Standard Privileges vs. Administrative Privileges
Title
1.5 - Given a scenario, use Microsoft operating system features and tools
Content
- Administrative
- MSConfig
- Task Manager
- Disk Management
- System Utilities
Title
1.6 - Given a scenario, use Microsoft Windows Control Panel utilities
Content
- Internet Options
- Display / Display Settings
- User Accounts
- Folder Options
- System Performance (Virtual Memory)
- Windows Firewall
- Power Options
- Credential Manager
- Programs and Features
- HomeGroup
- Devices and Printers
- Sound
- Troubleshooting
- Network and Sharing Center
- Device Manager
- Citlocker
- Sync Center
Title
1.7 - Summarize application installation and configuration concepts
Content
- System Requirements
- OS Requirements
- Methods of Installation and Deployment
- Local User Permissions
- Security Considerations
Title
1.8 - Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking on a client/desktop
Content
- HomeGroup vs. Workgroup
- Domain Setup
- Network Shares / Administrative Shares / Mapping Drives
- Printer Sharing vs. Network Printer Mapping
- Establish Networking Connections
Title
1.9 - Given a scenario, use features and tools of the Mac OS and Linux client/desktop operating systems
Content
- Best Practices
- Tools
- Basic Linux Commands