Introduction to Operating Systems Lesson 11 Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server Objectives Describe the main features of Windows XP. Describe the Windows XP boot process. Determine the hardware configuration of an XP-based system. Perform basic disk management operations. Perform basic user management operations. Perform troubleshooting procedures. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Windows XP Evolved from Windows 2000 It is built on a proven base of programming – the Windows 2000 kernel. Two versions are available: XP Home Edition XP Professional Edition This lesson focuses on the Professional Edition. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server Before Installation Check the Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) at http://www.microsoft.com/hcl/default.asp. Hardware that is on the HCL has been evaluated and rated by Microsoft. Hardware that is not on the HCL may still be compatible with Windows XP. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server The Device Manager Organizes computer hardware in a tree style Yellow question mark indicates a possible problem with a device Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server Disk Management Displays all physical hard drives that Windows XP has detected Disk 0 is the first physical drive. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

File Systems: FAT vs. NTFS XP supports both file systems. NTFS is more secure and robust. FAT is backward-compatible with Windows 95/98/Me. FAT can be converted to NTFS, but NTFS cannot be converted to FAT. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Windows XP Supports Three Types of Users Administrator Can create, change, and delete other types of users Can install programs Standard Can make changes to computer settings that do not affect other users Can install programs that do not affect other users Limited Can change personal password Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Windows XP Troubleshooters Troubleshooters for hardware and software are provided. Click Start/Help and Support/ Fixing a Problem. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server The Registry Windows XP stores data here about programs, hardware, and users. Other programs, such as Office XP, also store data in the Registry. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server

Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server Summary Windows XP is an enhanced and upgraded version of Windows 2000. Windows XP hardware requirements will vary somewhat as a function of the intended use of the computer. FAT and NTFS systems each offer unique advantages. You can give Windows XP users a wide range of permissions. You should not give Administrator permissions to every user. Lesson 11 – Microsoft Windows XP Server