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When preparing to install Linux what is a good computer use practice?
Check to make sure that their will be no complications with the operating system and your computer.
Why is it important to check the minimum system requirements when installing an operating system?
The operating system is loaded into the computers internal memory (RAM) at start-up. The operating system needs to 'reserve' chunks of memory to enable it to perform its functions swiftly and accurately. If a computer doesn't have enough RAM, the computer cannot run the operating system efficiently, often using empty hard-disk space - which slows down the computer.
What does media test failed check cable mean?
It depends what context... I think you are talking about when a computer is starting up (pressing the power-button) That means one of two things. 1) The hard drive where your Operating System (Windows XP, Windows Vista, Linux, MAC OS X) is not present, or not properly connected to your computer. 2) If the hard drive is successfully connected, there is not an Operating System Installed on that hard drive, and thus it will not start your Operating System Either way, I think this message is preventing the startup of the Operating System.
Why do you need an operating system for emails?
Operating system is required for running the computer you are going to use to check your email. It provides an environment for your email client to run on. Hence you absolutely need an OS for emails.
How match is a computer mouse?
The price of a computer mouse will vary depending on the brand and type of mouse you are purchasing. Most computer mice can cost on average $15 for one but can cost as much as $30 or more for one.
Which window tool should be run before upgrading the operating system?
Before upgrading the operating system, check the minimum requirements of the new operating system to ensure that the computer meets the minimum specifications required. Check the HCL to ensure that the hardware is compatible with the new operating system. Back up all data before upgrading the operating system in case there is a problem with the installation.
Will the LINUX operating system run on any laptop computer?
Yes Linux is compatible with most laptop computers but check before you buy.
Where is the operating system stored on a computer?
The computer motherboard has a BIOS (Basic In-Out System). When the power is turned on, the BIOS check the basic system, beeps if it is okay, goes looking for the harddrive (or other place the OS might be stored). Then it has the instructions to start the OS. Voila! On a PC, the operating system is stored on the hard disk; mostly in the folder called Windows, and all its subfolders.
Is there a free download-able application that allows you to schedule a time per day in which your computer executes a command?
Check your operating system. You may have such a program.
How can you format your laptop?
Get a boot disk/usb for either the system you wish to install on it, and there should be an option to do this, alternatively you can use a linux system to do this. In order for any of these to work you must first have the boot order in your BIOS set to prioritise usb and or disk drive, otherwise it wont check there before booting your system.
How would you know from which drive the operating system has been loaded?
If you're using a Windows computer it is usually drive C:/ You can find out by going to Computer or My Computer and right-click, then go to Manage, and finally Disk Management and under Status, it should say exactly which drive is the Boot drive.A good general way to check regardless of what operating system you're using is to look at the BIOS settings when the computer is starting up and check the boot device priority.
Can you install accounting program on a notebook?
Yes you can if your notebook meets the minimum system requirements to operate. Actually all of the programs run on notebooks if you are using the operating system required. You can check your system info by right clicking on Computer ( my computer in windows xp) and than properties.
