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2 Functions of an Operating System (a) explain the need for the following functions of an operating system: user interface, memory management, peripheral management, and security Whole class; what is software? Define software Video; How an OS system works (making notes) Dissect the five functions of an OS (worksheet), explain and evaluate Group Work: Each given an OS to research and collect information (presentation) PPT, worksheets, video, WWW Why are there fans of one OS over another? Is it about territory and tribalism or can we tell the difference? SEN & G&T: MUMPS anagram (assist with understanding) G&T: Extend learning to think about computers at home and how different devices interact with the OS What is the difference between the OS, Utilities and Applications? Why are there differences between different interfaces? What are they used for? Why does an OS need to multi task? Why are peripherals so important? Visual check of equipment (computer and personal belongings) Check whiteboard, lighting, windows, ventilation, tripping hazards, correct seating position for computer use 2 Common Utility Programs (b) describe the purpose and use of common utility programs for computer security (antivirus, spyware protection and firewalls), disk organisation (formatting, file transfer, and defragmentation), and system maintenance (system information and diagnosis, system clean-up tools, automatic updating) Class discussion; security and encryption Selection of videos that explain the different types of utility software Utility software (worksheet) Pair Work; Discuss common utility programs (firewall, anti-virus, spyware) PPT, worksheets, videos Why is security important? What are the consequences of poor security? SEN: Identify different utility programs at home, what are they, why do you use them and how many do you use properly? (give list of possible programs) G&T: Why do we use encryption? What is encrypted at home? When, who and why might need to encrypt data? What happens if utility programs are not kept up to date? How do we know the difference between a trustworthy utility program and an untrustworthy one? 2 Application Software (c) discuss the relative merits of custom Whole class; discuss and compare two PPT, worksheets, Why is there a difference in price SEN: Name the different types of Why are there different types of application software?
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