Gorman, Stubbs, & CEP Inc. Introduction to Operating Systems Lesson 5 Windows 2000 Professional

Gorman, Stubbs, & CEP Inc.

Introduction to Operating Systems

Lesson 5

Windows 2000 Professional

2 Lesson 5 – Windows 2000 Professional

Objectives

Describe the improvements of Windows 2000 Professional over earlier versions of the operating system.

Install Windows 2000 Professional successfully from CD-ROM.

Use the functions of the operating system. Manage files and folders. Use the Windows 2000 unique features to

customize the use of your operating system.


Improvements in Windows 2000

More behind the scenes security More reliable Supports multitasking for system processes and

programs Able to create customized administration tools to

manage computers Increased hardware support


Pre-installation of Windows 2000

Make sure you have the necessary hardware requirements.

Make sure your hardware is on the Hardware Compatibility List (HCL).

Select a file system for the installation partition.

Identify whether you want to do an upgrade or a clean install.


Hardware Requirements

CPU Pentium based

Memory 32 MB Required

64 MB Recommended

Hard Disk Space 650 MB required

2 GB recommended

Display Monitor with VGA resolution or higher

Other CD-ROM drive, 12X or faster

Keyboard

Mouse


Basic Functions of 2000

Desktop Mouse Taskbar Start button Windows Help and Support


Desktop

Main workspace in 2000 Contains small pictures called icons Can customize the desktop color and create

shortcuts and toolbars


Mouse

Tool used to navigate the desktop and other programs

Left mouse button is used to select (click once) or open (double-click) items

Right mouse button activates context menus You can configure the mouse:

– Buttons– Pointers– Speed


Taskbar and Start Button

The taskbar is the gray rectangular bar at the bottom of the desktop.– Can be customized with your favorite icons– Can be moved to any area of the desktop

The Start button contains the icons to open programs, documents, and the Shut Down command.


Windows

Area or workspace you see when you open a program or application

Contains:– Title bar– Minimize, Restore, and Close buttons– Scroll Bars

Can be resized


Help

Provides on-screen information about the program you are using

Utilizes features of previous versions of Windows as well as online help features


File Management

My Computer– Customizing– Folders– Working with files and folders

Windows Explorer Word Pad


My Computer

Represents your computer with its hardware devices and document folders.

You can customize the My Computer window:– Change the view of icons– Change the arrangement of icons


Folders

Folders are a storage space for files. Subfolders are folders within a folder. The parent folder in the main folder that

contains subfolders. You can change the manner in which folders,

files, icons, and windows operate through Folder Options, found under the Tools menu.


Working with Files and Folders

The Cut command removes a file. The Copy command duplicates a file. The Paste command places a cut or copied file in a

new location. The Rename command changes the name of a file

or folder. The Delete command places it in the Recycle Bin

when deleting from the hard drive and removes it completely from the floppy drive.


Working with Files and Folders (continued)

Copy Disk will copy the contents of a floppy to another floppy.

Finding Files is accomplished with the Search command.


Windows Explorer

Another method for viewing files and performing file management tasks

Split into 2 panes:– Folders– Contents

You can copy, move, rename, and delete files and folders as you did in My Computer.


Word Processing

WordPad is used for word processing. The feature called Word automatically moves

your insertion point to the next line. The Backspace and Delete keys are used for

editing text.


Unique Features of Windows 2000

Creating shortcuts Using the Control Panel Hardware troubleshooters System maintenance


Creating Shortcuts

A shortcut is a quick way to open a file without going to its original location.

Two ways to create shortcuts:– Use My Computer or Windows Explorer to find a file icon,

right-click and select Copy, and then right-click on the desktop and select Paste Shortcut.

– Right-click and drag a file icon from My Computer or Windows Explorer, then select Create Shortcut Here from the context menu.

Create shortcuts in the Start menu by dragging an icon from My Computer or Windows Explorer and dropping it in the correct place on the Start menu.


Control Panel

Contains options to customize Windows 2000:– Add/Remove Hardware– Add/Remove Programs– Date/Time– Display– Folder Options– Keyboard– Mouse– Printers– Sounds and Multimedia


System Maintenance

Disk Cleanup – Removes unnecessary files safely from the machine.

Check Disk – Locates problem areas on the hard disk and attempts to repair them.

Disk Defragmenter – Improves the performance of the drive by placing pieces of files closer together.

Task Scheduler – Schedules maintenance tasks to run automatically.


Summary

Windows 2000 Professional has improvements over earlier versions of the operating system including ease of use, ease of file management, better security, and increased hardware compatibility.

When you install Windows 2000 Professional, preparation (including verifying that your hardware is on the HCL) will help you avoid potential problems.


Summary (continued)

The desktop is your main workspace in Windows 2000.

The mouse is the tool you will use to open files, programs, and menus.

The taskbar displays any programs that you have minimized as well as the Start button.

A window is the area of workspace you see when you open a program or application.


Summary (continued)

My Computer contains an icon for all of your disk drives and a special folder to control your printers and access the Control Panel.

Windows 2000 comes with a program called WordPad that allows you to do basic word processing tasks.

A shortcut is a quick way to open a file or program without having to go to its original location.


Summary (continued)

Windows has built-in tools to help you maintain and improve your system’s performance. The most commonly used tools for maintaining your system are Disk Cleanup, Check Disk, and Disk Defragmenter.

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