Throughout this chapter we manage to learn about:
- Describe the differences between system software and application software.
- Identify the four types of system software.
- Explain the basic functions, features, and categories of operating systems.
- Compare mobile operating systems iOS, Android, and Windows Phone.
- Compare desktop operating systems including Windows, Mac OS, UNIX, Linux, and virtualization.
- Explain the purpose of utilities and utility suites.
- Identify the four most essential utilities.
- Describe Windows utility programs.