McGraw-Hill Education is proud to introduce the seventh edition of Jane and Charles Holcombe's Survey of Operating Systems. This title provides an introduction to the most widely used desktop operating systems (including Windows, Apple OS X, and Linux) using numerous illustrations and hands-on activities to build a foundation for success in the IT field, empowering students to adapt to different job situations and troubleshoot problems. The new edition features updated information on mobile operating systems, as well as chapters on subjects peripheral to operating systems, such as File Management in the Cloud - previously only offered as online content.

Practice the Skills You'll Need on the Job!

Perfect for both classroom and self-paced learningLabs that challenge you to solve problems based on realistic case studies Step-by-step scenarios that require you to think critically Post-lab observation questions that measure your understanding of lab results and key term quizzes that help build your vocabulary End-of-chapter solutions that explain not only what happened, but why

In this lab manual, you'll practice: Identifying, Adding, and Removing System Components Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Common Computer Problems Protecting Your Computer's Power and Utilizing Important Safety Procedures Identifying Your PC's Motherboard, Processors, and Memory Installing and Maintaining Peripheral Devices Including Printers Performing Basic Networking Skills Installing and Upgrading Operating Systems Diagnosing and Troubleshooting Operating System Problems Configuring and Troubleshooting Network Utilities