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ICT IGCSE Theory – Revision Presentation

1.3 Operating systems


Chapter 1: Types and components of computer systems

• Define and describe operating systems which contain a Command Line Interface
(CLI)
• Define and describe operating systems which contain a Graphical User Interface
(GUI)
• Describe the differences, including the benefits and drawbacks, between operating
systems which contain a CLI and those which contain a GUI

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ICT IGCSE Theory – Revision Presentation
1.3 Operating systems
Chapter 1: Types and components of computer systems

Fill in the blanks

An operating system is a system software that manages the general operation of a


computer system:

Helps the user inteface with the computer through a graphical user interface.

Provides security and prevents unauthorised access to a system.

Helping save, organise, find and delete files.

Manages input, output and backing devices.

Allows users to load, run and store application.


applicatio
Also resolve errors occurring
applications ns

Decided what should be loaded and deleted from memory.

loaded security graphical System save Computer Manages

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ICT IGCSE Theory – Revision Presentation
1.3 Operating systems
Chapter 1: Types and components of computer systems

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1 c o m m a n d p r o m p t s

o e o 1) Small images used to represent


folders/applications/files
n n 2 w i n d o w s 2) List of options
s u n
3) Used to select options
4) CLI command to check a disk
s t 4 and display status
5) Four main features for a GUI
i C

3 n H Across
g K
1) Used in CLI
D 2) Areas for displaying information
3) GUIs are built around this.
4 g r a p h i c a l u S e r i n t e r f a c e
4) GUI
K 5 5) CLI

5 c o m m a n d l i n e I n t e r f a c e

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ICT IGCSE Theory – Revision Presentation
1.3 Operating systems
Chapter 1: Types and components of computer systems

Match up the user interfaces.

WIMP (Windows, Icons, Menus and Pointers)


Explain the benefit:
W Windows:
areas for displaying information

I Icons:
-small images used to represent
files/folders or applications

M Menus:
lists of options or applications
users can select from

P Pointers:
–Mouse pointer can be used
to select and open
files/applications

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ICT IGCSE Theory – Revision Presentation
1.3 Operating systems
Chapter 1: Types and components of computer systems

GUI Vs CLI

1) Why is it easier to learn to use a GUI interface?


because commands do not need to be memorized. Additionally, users do not need to know any
programming languages.
2) Give one example of a GUI interface and one feature that you like?
Microsoft Windows, macOS, Ubuntu Unity, the view

3) Why would you not recommend a user to use a CLI interface?


A steep learning curve, small room for error, the large number of commands and the inability
to figure something out through exploration.

4) Who do you think would use a CLI interface and give one reason?
CLI is still used by software developers and system administrators to configure computers, install
software, and access features that are not available in the graphical interface.

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