The operating system is the link between the computer and the user. The entire interface that you see on the computer screen, all folders, files, elements of workspaces - all this is a debugged system called an OS.
Instructions
Step 1
The most common operating systems in Russia and the CIS are Microsoft Windows products. Of course, one operating system can be distinguished from another "by eye" simply by looking at different elements of its interface. However, beginners who are just purchasing a computer or are learning the basics of working on a PC still cannot distinguish between editions of Windows.
You can always tell Windows operating systems from screenshots of desktops. The most common ones are:
Windows 7 (2009) -
Windows Server (2008) -
Windows Vista (2006) -
Windows XP (2001) -
Windows 2000 / NT / Me (2000 and earlier) -
Step 2
You can make sure that the operating system version is correctly identified as follows: go to "My Computer", right-click on an empty area and select "Properties" from the context menu. You will see information about the system, in the main window of which the operating system and even its version will be indicated, for example, "Windows 7 Home Extended".
It is also worth noting the fact that different operating systems have their own versions. There are versions of the most popular Windows 7:
- Initial (Starter) - only the basic functions, simple interface, low price of the licensed disc are left;
- Home Basic;
- Home Premium - more beautiful visual design, added new features available only in Windows 7;
- Professional (Professional);
- Corporate (Enterprise) - only for legal entities;
- Maximum (Ultimate) - maximum opportunities, high price.
Step 3
One cannot miss the fact that, along with Microsoft Windows, you can increasingly find hand-built open source operating systems (Linux) and MacOS operating systems installed on Apple computers on computers.
Linux is distinguished by its classic design and the inability to run programs under Windows on it. MacOS can be recognized immediately - the "minimize", "expand" and "close" buttons are located not on the upper right side of programs and folders, but on the left. Also, the control panel is usually located at the top, not at the bottom, and at the bottom of the screen there is a “Dashboard” - a special area for calling frequently used applications.
