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Graphical User Interface Operating System
A graphical user interface supports user-friendly graphical environments where the work is done by using mouse clicks.
The user doesn't have to remember big text based commands to get the work done. Examples are Windows operating
system and Mac OS etc.
Tick ( ) if you know this.
Operating System (OS) is a system software which is compulsory for the computer.
Disk Operating System was released in 1982 by Microsoft for its IBM PC.
System software is a software which is compulsory for the computer.
WINDOWS 10 OPERATING SYSTEM
Windows 10 is a Graphical user interface operating system developed by Microsoft in 2015. It is a single user operating
system designed for personal use at home and in the office using desktops, laptops and tablets.
After you switch on the computer, a few initial steps of booting the operating system occurs and Windows 10 gets
loaded into the computer's memory. It remains in the computer's memory till the power is on and assists in the
smooth functioning of the computer.
Desktop is the first screen that appears on the monitor after Windows 10 is loaded. Just like an office desk where your
things related to everyday jobs are organized to increase your efficiency, similarly the desktop of Windows 10 is the
main screen area that contains some basic components that uses dialog box, windows, menus, files and folders to
provide quick access to the softwares for efficient use.
Components of Windows 10 Desktop
When we switch on the power button of a computer, then, the system boots and displays the first screen popularly
known as Desktop.
Let us look at the different components of Windows 10.
Desktop Background
The wallpaper that appears behind the icons on your computer's desktop is called desktop background.
Icons
Desktop background
Taskbar
Windows 10 Desktop
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