Operating system administration — Windows, Linux

What you'll learn

1. 1

   Think of an operating system (OS) as the boss of your computer — it manages everything from apps to files. Windows and Linux are two different bosses with their own styles.

2. 2

   What does an operating system do?

3. 3

   Here's a side-by-side look: Windows has a Start menu and taskbar; Linux (Ubuntu) has a top bar and app menu. Both let you open apps, but they look different.

4. 4

   Let's compare how you install software on each OS.

5. 5

   Which OS often uses a command line (Terminal) to install apps?

6. 6

   Try a simple Linux command in the terminal below. Type 'ls' and press Enter to list files.

7. 7

   What command lists files in Linux?