On 7/31/15 I visited a local
technology store to inquire about Windows 10 and how much of their current
inventory has Windows 10 installed. One
of the salespeople greeted me when I entered the computer area (which felt
pretty good) and asked me how I was doing and what was I interested in this
morning? I immediately began to inquire
about their stock of Windows 10 ready laptops and if he could demonstrate for
me the differences between Windows 10 & Windows 8.1. At the moment I had not yet upgraded my
computer to Windows 10 so I was eager to see how it looked and what were some
of the key differences (improvements) over Windows 8.1. The salesperson showed me about 8 different
things that were different between the two operating systems and immediately I
was hooked. I couldn't wait to get back
home to see if my system was given the green light for the Free Windows 10 upgrade.
After the brief demonstration, which was more than I
anticipated that I would get, I was then informed that the store was still in
the process of obtaining new computers and converting some of their current
stock into computers with Windows 10.
So, on top of knowing the 5 Basic Components of a Computer System [a
workshop that I offer], you should also know about operating systems. Take the time to take inventory of your
current computer system (desktop, laptop or tablet).
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| Which is the computer system you use most often (desktop, laptop or tablet)? |
Make a list of the following items – the 5 basic
components of a computer system:
- CPU (Central Processing Unit): How fast is your computer?
- Memory: How much memory does your computer system have?
- Storage: How much space do you have to store software
applications/apps?
- Input: What components do you have to get information into
your computer system?
- Output: What components do you have to retrieve/view information
from your computer system?
Now let’s add the Operating System to the list.
- What is your operating system?
At the end of the day, before you make a purchase for a new
computer system, research, research and more research! Also, if you don’t or understand something,
then ask someone.
More about Windows 10
in my next post!
