Operating Systems
The most widely used desktop OS in schools and businesses.
What is Windows?
Programs like Word, Chrome, and Photoshop.
What is Application Software?
The long-term storage in your computer.
What is Hard Drive / SSD / Storage?
Devices like iPads, phones, and Android tablets.
What is Mobile / Tablet?
Provides a visual interface with icons and menus.
What is GUI?
Mobile devices from Apple run this OS.
What is iOS?
The software that manages your hardware and allows apps to run.
What is System Software?
The storage type that loses data when power is off.
What is RAM?
A portable device you can carry in your backpack.
What is a Laptop?
Organizes folders and files.
What is File Management?
Google’s OS for phones and tablets.
What is Android?
This software controls printers, keyboards, and other devices.
What is a Driver?
Windows typically uses this file system type.
What is NTFS?
Devices embedded in machines like routers or smart TVs.
What is an Embedded Device?
Controls what users can access or modify.
What is Security / Permissions?
This open-source OS is popular for coding and servers.
What is Linux?
Software that protects your computer from viruses.
What is an antivirus?
Linux commonly uses this file system type.
What is ext4?
A high-performance PC used for gaming or editing.
What is a Desktop?
Controls what users can access or modify.
What is Security / Permissions?
This OS is commonly found on Apple laptops and desktops.
What is macOS?
The software that updates your OS to fix bugs and add features.
What is an Update / Patch?
macOS used this older file system before APFS.
What is HFS+?
A computer designed to handle network services for multiple users.
What is a Server?
Lets multiple apps run at the same time.
What is Multitasking ?