The document introduces the Windows operating system, highlighting its role as an intermediary between users and computer hardware. It explains the WIMP interface, which includes Windows, icons, menus, and pointers, making user interaction more manageable. Additionally, it provides a brief hands-on guide for navigating the interface and accessing programs.

1. INTRODUCTION TO
WINDOWS

2. Operating System - Windows
The main function of any operating system is being an intermediary between
us and the physical parts of the computer (screen, keyboard, hard disk,
printer,...), making it easier to handle.
For example, there is no need for us to know exactly in what part of the hard
disk we have saved a certain document we created, the operating systems
takes care of it.

4. THE WIMP INTERFACE
• WINDOWS
• ICONS
• MENUS
• POINTER

5. WINDOWS

6. ICONS

7. ICONS

8. MENUS

9. POINTERS (CURSORS)
• I-beam cursor
(which follows the roll of the mouse)
Insertion point cursor
F letcher
(Which flashes on and off, and is positioned
using the I-beam cursor and a click of the
mouse button)

10. Right Click on Desktop

12. Date & Time Tool Bar

13. BREAK POINT
• Let’s get some hands on experience
• Find the Windows key.
– Bottom row second key from the left side.
– Press once, (this is the same as left clicking on the
start button).
– Bring the cursor arrow over the All Programs
Arrow head.
– Notice how the program files are displayed.

14. Open Programs

16. Thank You