MODULE Install Operating System and Drivers for

Peripherals/Devices
Week 5-6

Technical Terms

Computer Hardware – Computer hardware includes the physical parts of a

computer, such as the case, central processing unit (CPU), monitor,
mouse, keyboard, computer data ..

OHS – OHS includes the laws, standards, and programs that are aimed at
making the workplace better for workers, along with co-workers, family
members, customers, and other stakeholders.

Personal Safety - is a general recognition and avoidance of possible harmful

situations or persons in your surroundings.

Workplace Hazards - refers to a situation within the workplace that has the
potential to cause injury or adverse health effects for people and damage to
the equipment.

Environment Laws - is a collective term encompassing aspects of the law that

provide protection to the environment.

System Requirements– all computer software that needs certain hardware

components or other software resources to be present on a computer.

Precautions – a measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous,

unpleasant, or inconvenient from happening

Prevention – the action of stopping something from happening or arising

LCD – LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is a type of flat panel display which uses
liquid crystals in its primary form of operation.

Windows Registry – The Windows Registry is a database of settings and stores

configurations for hardware devices, Microsoft Windows installed
applications, and the Windows operating system.

High-Energy Visible (HEV) -High-energy visible light (HEV light) is high-

frequency, high-energy light in the violet/blue band from 400 to 450 nm in
the visible spectrum, which has a number of biological effects, including
those on the eye.

Network Hub - An Ethernet hub, active hub, network hub, repeater

hub, multiport repeater, or simply hub is a network hardware device for
connecting multiple Ethernet devices together and making them act as a
single network segment.

Motherboard - It is a sheet of plastic that holds all the circuitry to connect the
various components of a computer system.
Floppy Disk - A floppy disk or floppy diskette is a type of disk storage composed
of a thin and flexible disk of a magnetic storage medium in a square or
nearly square plastic enclosure lined with a fabric that removes dust
particles from the spinning disk. Floppy disks are read from and written to
by a floppy disk drive (FDD).

CD -ROM Drives - is a pre- pressed optical compact disc that contains data.
Computers can read but not write to or erase—CD-ROMs, it is a type of read-
only memory.

DVD drive-In computing, an optical disc drive (ODD) is a disc drive that
uses laser light or electromagnetic waves within or near the visible light
spectrum as part of the process of reading or writing data to or from optical
discs.

Flash Drive - A USB flash drive is a data storage device that includes flash
memory with an integrated USB interface. It is typically removable,
rewritable and much smaller than an optical disc.

BOINC Installer - The Berkeley Open Infrastructure for Network Computing is an

open-source middleware system for volunteer computing and grid
computing. ... BOINC code runs on various operating systems, including
Microsoft Windows, mac OS, Android, Linux and Free BSD.

Application Software - Application software (app for short) is a program or group

of programs designed for end users. Examples of an application include a
word processor, a spreadsheet, an accounting application, a web browser, an
email client, a media player, a file viewer, simulators, a console game or a
photo editor.

Cloud Storage - Cloud storage is a cloud computing model that stores data on
the Internet through a cloud computing provider who manages and operates
data storage as a service. ... This gives you agility, global scale and
durability, with “anytime, anywhere” data access.

Operating System - An operating system (OS) is system software that manages

computer hardware, software resources, and provides common services for
computer programs.

Computer Drivers - In the most fundamental sense, a driver is a software

component that lets the operating system and a device communicate with
each other.

Computer Network - two or more computers that are connected with one
another for the purpose of communicating data electronically.

BIOS (Basic Input Output System) - The BIOS provides instructions for loading
basic computer hardware. This also requires a test called a POST (Power-On
Self-Test) to verify whether the device meets the needs of booting correctly.

DSL - (DSL; originally digital subscriber loop) - is a family of technologies that

are used to transmit digital data over telephone lines.
Modem - is a hardware device that converts data from a digital format, intended
for communication directly between devices with specialized wiring, into one
suitable for a transmission medium such as telephone lines or radio.

What I Need to Know -

1. Install Operating System
2. Install Computer Drivers
3. Install Computer Peripherals

What Is It:
INSTALL OPERATING SYSTEM AND DRIVERS
FOR PERIPHERALS/ DEVICES

The operating system is the most important program that runs on a

computer. Every general purpose computer must have an operating system
to run other programs and applications.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.
Peripheral devices are devices that are not built into the PC. They can
include monitors, printers, scanners, network hubs, digital cameras, and
external modems and transceivers (such as DSL or cable modems)

Operating System

Operating System is as master control program that automatically runs first

when a computer
is switched on, and remains in the background until the computer is turned
off. It commonly comes pre-installed (on the boot section of the computer’s
main hard disk) and is usually the most complex and largest program to be
used by the computer. A computer user is typically more affected by the
capabilities and whims of the OS than by those of the hardware.
Main services provided by an OS include

(1) User-interface,
(2) Carrying out commands of the user and the application programs,
(3) Supervising installation and running of other programs and hardware,
(4) Controlling the input-output functions,
(5) Allocating system resources such as memory, processor time, disk space,
and peripheral devices to regulate the flow of work within the computer,
(6) Handling file and directory management, and
(7) Providing file-sharing and networking functions.

Windows

Windows OS, computer operating system (OS) developed by Microsoft

Corporation to run personal computers (PCs). Featuring the first graphical
user interface (GUI) for IBM-compatible PCs, the Windows OS soon
dominated the PC market. Approximately 90 percent of PCs run some
version of Windows.

MAC OS X

Mac OS X is a development platform that supports multiple development

technologies including UNIX, Java, the proprietary Cocoa and Carbon
runtime environments, and a host of open source, Web, scripting, database
and development technologies.

Linux

Linux is a Unix-like operating system that was designed to provide personal

computer users a free or very low-cost operating system comparable to
traditional and usually more expensive Unix systems. Linux has a reputation
as a very efficient and fast performing system.

Established Installation Procedures

A software provided by the meter manufacturer is required to be installed in

the PC where SEM data is to be dumped. In case of SEMs supplied by SML,
the name of the software is SMARTGRID in Windows version and FBM_SYS
in DOS version. In case of SEMs supplied by L&T the software is called
VINCOM in Windows version and LUCID in DOS version. The DOS version of
these programs can be installed by simply copying the concerned folders.
The programs may be run by double clicking on the respective files viz.
FBM_SYS.EXE or LUCID.EXE or executing tem from DOS prompt.

Basic-Input-Output-System (BIOS) Configuration

BIOS (basic input/output system) is the program a personal computer’s
microprocessor uses to get the computer system started after you turn it on.
It also manages data flow between the computer’s operating system and
attached devices such as the hard disk, video adapter, keyboard, mouse and
printer. BIOS is an integral part of your computer and comes with it when
you bring it home. (In contrast, the operating system can either be pre-
installed by the manufacturer or vendor or installed by the user.) BIOS is a
program that is made accessible to the microprocessor on an erasable
programmable read-only memory (EPROM) chip. When you turn on your
computer, the microprocessor passes control to the BIOS program, which is
always located at the same place on EPROM.

PREPARE INSTALLER

Most software programs require that you first install them on your
computer before using them. For example, if you buy Microsoft
Office, you need to install it on your computer before you can
run any of the included programs such as Word or Excel. You
can install software from a CD or DVD, an external hard drive,
or from a networked computer. You can also install a program
or software update from a file downloaded from the Internet.
Installing a software program writes the necessary data for
running the program on your hard drive. Often the installer program
will decompress the data included with the installer immediately
before writing the information to your hard drive. Software updates,
which are typically downloaded from the Internet, work the same
way. When you run the update, the installer file decompresses the
data and then updates the correct program or operating system.

Automatic Installation

Software allows you to install all necessary software automatically. Its

functioning comes down to saving the operations of the user and
reproducing all operations automatically later. Besides, you can create a
universal disk for installing software from any media in the batch mode.

Custom Installation

A Custom Installer is defined as a class that implements the

Composer\Installer\Installer Interface and is usually distributed in a
Composer Plugin.

A basic Installer Plugin would thus compose of three files:

• The package file: composer.json

• The Plugin class, e.g.: My\Project\Composer\Plugin.php, containing a
class that implements Composer\Plugin\ Plugin Interface.
• The Installer class, e.g.: My\Project\Composer\Installer.php, containing a
class that implements Composer\Installer\Installer Interface.

Installation from Optical Devices

With streaming services increasingly popular delivery mechanisms for video
and music and so many software packages now downloadable or installable
by USB key, an optical drive is no longer the computing necessity it once was.
But it is still nice to have one, whether it is for ripping music files or taking
full advantage of a Netflix subscription. And if you are building a computer
from scratch, optical drives are still practically necessities, with driver
software and other key utilities still shipping first and foremost on discs.

Installation from Portable Devices

A portable device is any device that can easily be carried. It is a small form
factor of a computing device that is designed to be held and used in the
hands. Portable devices are becoming an increasingly important part of
personal computing as the capabilities of devices like laptops, tablets and
smart phones continue to improve.

Installation via Network

Network boot Windows involves two machines: boot server and boot client.
The boot client is a computer you are trying to boot up over network, while
the boot server is the machine that serves over the network the files which
the client needs. Network boot program allows to remote boot a computer
over an IP network without access to a hard disk. It is therefore ideally
suited for disk less or thin clients.

Peripherals/Devices

Printer
In computers, a printer is a device that accepts text and graphic output from
a computer and transfers the information to paper, usually to standard size
sheets of paper.

Scanner
A scanner is a device that captures images from photographic prints, posters,
magazine pages, and similar sources for computer editing and display.
Scanners come in hand-held, feed-in, and flatbed types and for scanning
black-and-white only, or color.

Interface Cards
Interface card is an electronic device that connects a computer to a computer
network, usually a LAN. It is considered a piece of computer hardware.

TV Tuner Card
A TV tuner card is a kind of television tuner that allows television signals to
be received by a computer. Most TV tuners also function as video capture
cards, allowing them to record television programs onto a hard disk much
like the digital video recorder (DVR) does.

Video Card
A video card is used to process images so they can be displayed on your
monitor. A good video card can make a big difference in the quality of your
 graphics, so this is particularly important if you play games or work with
photography and video.

Sound Card
Alternatively referred to as an audio output device, sound board, or audio
card. A sound card is an expansion card or IC for producing sound on a
computer that can be heard through speakers or headphones.

What I Can Do:

Activity 1

Review Questions:

1. Discuss on unit assembly to ensure OH&S policies and procedures.

2. Write short note on basic-input-output-system (bios) configuration.

3. Describe the materials necessary used by systems requirements.

Activity 2

1. What do you understand by portable bootable devices?

2. Explain how to install application software.

3. Discuss the use of video card and sound card.

Assessment:

MULTIPLE CHOICE. Write the letter of the correct answer.

Use a separate sheet of paper in answering.

1. What do you call this program or group of programs designed for the end
users?

a. Operating System c. Microsoft Office

b. Application Software d. Computer Program

2. What do you call this sheet of plastic that holds all the circuitry to connect
the various components of a computer system?

a.RAM c. System Case

b. Graphics Card d.Motherboard

3. What do you call this data storage device that includes flash memory with an
integrated USB interface?
 a. Flash Drive c. Optical Drive

b. Hard Disk Drive d. Floppy Disk Drive

4. What do you call this two or more computers that are connected with one
another for the purpose of communicating data electronically?

a. Internet c. Wide Area Network

b.Local Area Network d. Computer Network

5. It is a system software that manages computer hardware, software

resources, and provides common services for computer programs.

a. Application Software c. Operating System

b.Computer Software d. Computer Hardware

6. What do you call this computer hardware that is pre- pressed

optical compact disc that contains data?

a. Hard Disk Drive c. Optical Drive

b. CD -ROM Drives d. Planning

7. What is this computing model that stores data on the Internet through
a computing provider who manages and operates data storage as a service?

a. Computer Network c. Internet

b. Cloud Storage d. E-mail

8. What do you call the physical parts of a computer, such as the case, central
processing unit (CPU), monitor, mouse, keyboard, and ram?

a. System Case c. Computer Hardware

b. Computer Software d. Computer Chassis

9. It is the laws, standards, and programs aimed at making the workplace

better for workers, along with co-workers, family members, customers, and
other stakeholders.

a. OHS c. Personal Protective Equipment

b. Safety Device d. Safety Precautions

10. What do you call this part of a computer that provides instructions for
loading basic computer hardware?

a.CPU c. Front Side Bus

b. BIOS d. South Bridge Chip sets

 11. What do you call this type of flat panel display which uses liquid crystals in
its primary form of operation?

a. LED c. QLED

b. OLED d. LCD

12. This computer software needs certain hardware components or other

software resources to be present on a computer.

a. Computer Hardware c. System Requirements

b. Computer Software d. Computer Drivers

13. What do you call this disc drive that uses laser light or electromagnetic
waves within or near the visible light spectrum as part of the process of
reading or writing data to or from optical discs?

a. Hard Disk Drive c. Optical Drive

b. DVD Drive d. Flash Drive

14. It is platform that supports multiple development technologies including

UNIX, Java, the proprietary Cocoa and Carbon run time
environments.

a.Mac OS X c. Linux

b.Windows d. Ubunto

15. What do you call this family of technologies that are used to transmit digital
data over telephone lines?

a. Broad Band c. Wi-Fi

b. Internet d. DSL

16. What is this computer hardware that converts data from a digital format,
intended for communication directly between devices with specialized wiring,
into one suitable for a transmission medium such as telephone lines or
radio?

a. Modem c. Router

b. Switch d. Ethernet cable

17. What is this network hardware device use for connecting

multiple Ethernet devices together and making them act as a single network
segment?

a. Modem c. Router

b. Network Hub d. Ethernet cable

18. This refers to a situation within the workplace that has the potential to cause
injury or adverse health effects for people and damage to the equipment.

a. Danger c. Workplace Hazards

b. Risk d. Computer trouble

19. What do you call this software component that lets the operating system and
a device communicate with each other?

a. Computer Drivers c. Computer Software

b. Computer Hardware d. Computer Application

20. What is this storage that is composed of a thin and flexible disk of a
magnetic storage medium in a square or nearly square plastic enclosure?

a. Optical Drive c. Flash Drive

b. Floppy Disk d. Hard Disk Drive

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