Operating Systems

The master program that controls all other computer functions

Windows Operating System

Windows 2000

• Used in network systems
• May not be as suitable for individual computers or home use
• Clarify the different between Service Packs 1 and 2 (SP1 & SP2)

Windows XP Professional

• The latest operating system for PC-type computers
• Feature: has a reputation for being more stable than previous versions
• Feature: basic voice recognition software
• Feature: can host an Internet website

Windows XP Home

• Installed on computers intended for the home market
• Does not have all the features of the Professional version
• Cannot host an Internet website

Macintosh Operating System

Macintosh OS

• Used on Apple Macintosh computers
• Some users prefer it to Windows

Linux

Linux

• Personal computer version of the Unix system used on mainframe computers
• Favorite of some "techies", but is probably not for the average user

Dell Computers

Optiplex GX240 Desktop

• The standard operating system is Windows 2000
• An upgrade to Windows XP Professional is available

Optiplex GX260 Desktop

• The standard operating system is Windows 2000
• An upgrade to Windows XP Professional is available

Latitude Laptop Models

• The standard operating system is Windows 2000
• An upgrade to Windows XP Professional is available