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Yes, all computers need a set of instructions or program to tell it how to function. This what a operating system does for a computer.

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Of course it does otherwise it can't operate hence the name operating system. If you don't have one you will just be stuck at the BIOS.

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Why is an operating system a must for a computer?

yes, all computers need a set of instructions or program to tell it how to function. This what a operating system does for a computer.


Which must be loaded first to a computer's memory the operating system or software?

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Why operating system is a necessary part of computer?

The most important program that runs on a computer. Every general-purpose computer must have an operating system to run other programs. Operating systems perform basic tasks, such as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping track of files and directories on the disk, and controlling peripheral devices such as disk drives and printers.


How operating system supports computer graphics?

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When a computer's operating system is down does the computer run very slowly and inefficiently?

No. If the computer's operating system is down then the computer is also down. A computer requires a functional operating system of some kind. If there is no operating system at all, you must install one by booting the system from an operating system installation disc. This, in turn, loads a limited but temporary operating system sufficient to complete the installation. If there is an operating system but it is damaged to the point the computer will not boot at all, you must re-install the operating system. If the system fails to boot due to a driver issue, you must reinstall the faulty driver. A system typically runs very slowly when the chipset driver is not installed. A generic driver will be installed instead, but this often leads to less than optimal performance as certain hardware features will not be available. Indeed, any major driver (graphics, audio, network, fixed-disk, SM bus, etc) that is replaced with a generic driver can lead to reduced performance. Another common cause for reduced performance is incorrect hardware settings in the BIOS setup.


How do you install Microsoft Excel 2007 to a flash disk?

You do not. You must install Excel to a computer with an operating system. A flash disk is only a storage device and does not contain a functional operating system.


What general-purpose computer must have to run other programs?

A general-purpose computer requires an operating system to load and execute other programs.


How do you recover Windows on computer?

To recover your operating system (this CAN be very simple to do) you must insert your recovery disc, that came with the computer, and follow the on-screen instructions. But doing this will delete ALL of the files on your computer that don't have to do with the operating system. If that doesn't work you either (1)take your computer in for repairs or, (2) you buy a whole new computer.


In technological terms what does mount mean?

To the technologically savvy, the term mount means to make a computer device or file accessible to an operating system. For example, an external hard drive must be mounted in order for a computer operating system to access the files on the drive.