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Operating System is one of the most important software as without it, we cannot use our
                  computer at all. In this chapter, we are going to explore more about the most commonly
                  used GUI-based operating system, Windows 10.

                  Operating System

                  It manages the computer’s memory and controls all hardware and software of a computer
                  system. There are two types of operating systems: GUI and CUI.

                  GUI: It stands for Graphical User Interface. It is very simple to use because it provides
                  various menus and icons for the user to work with.

                  CUI: It stands for Character User Interface. It is a command-based system only. The user
                  can operate the system with the help of various commands.

                  Windows 10

                  Windows 10 operating system is made by one of the world’s
                  topmost  software  development  companies,  called  Microsoft
                  Corporation.  Windows  10  makes  sure  that  your  computer
                  system is working smoothly without any problem.





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                                            Windows 10 was released on July 29 , 2015.

                  Features of Windows 10

                  Windows 10 is a version of the Windows operating system from Microsoft. It has several
                  features.

                      Windows  10 has  a  Graphical  User  Interface  (GUI)  which  means  you  do  not  have  to
                    memorise all the commands.
                      The GUI enables users to perform most tasks with the click of a mouse.

                      It allows you to run several programs at the same time.
                      It is very easy to learn and understand.

                  Starting Windows 10

                  When you switch on the computer, the operating
                  system stored on your computer starts loading
                  itself into its main memory. After a few seconds,
                  a Welcome Screen appears with the time and
                  date.

                  You can click anywhere on the screen to go to
                  the User Accounts Screen. Once you choose the user and enter a password, if required,
                  Windows 10 Desktop appears.


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