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TABLE OF CONTENTS. INTRODUCTION TASK 1 A) Machine components Employees desktop PC Backup server A) Performance of Operating system TASK 2 A) Functions and features of various operating system Operating system for employee PC A) Customization of operating system TASK 3 A) Key components of Computer system B) Full specifications of the computer system TASK 4 A) Plan to check hardware and software components B) User documentation C) Security policy D) Health and safety requirements CONCLUSION REFERENCES

INTRODUCTION: A computer platform can be defined as being some sort of hardware architecture and software framework (including application frameworks) that allows software to run. Typical platforms

include a computer's architecture, operating system, programming languages and related user interface (runtime libraries or graphical user interface). In this assignment, in first task I will be talking about Computer System which will include machine components, backup server, and then performance of system. In the second task it will be about operating which will be about to investigate an operating system. The third part will be about to design a computer system. In the last task it will be about to test a computer system

TASK 1 COMPUTER SYSTEM A) Machine component employees desktop PCs Im going to explain the different components of a Desktop. Desktop hardware, such as a desktop computer itself, is the most common type of IT hardware used by a small business. The price of hardware is based on its characteristics which depend on the components. When choosing a computer it has to be done according to these components: Keyboard: Stylish and comfortable, the slimline Logik LKBWS10 is very to use at home and also in the work place. The wired Logik LKBWS10 Keyboard features 5 hot-keys for rapid access to your favourite media, and is slim, attractive and lightweight. Mouse: The latest 2.4 GHz wireless capability of the M215 Wireless Mouse cuts out delays, dropouts and other problems common with wireless mice. The AA Duracell battery will last for months before it goes flat , while an On/Off switch at the bottom of the mouse lets you manage your battery strength better Power supply: The e Antec 550W True Power ATX Power Supply Unit features a 120mm PWM fan to give maximum airflow with significantly less attendant noise - 50% less than standard fans! Antec's NVIDIA SLI ready 550W True Power ATX Power Supply Unit also boasts 4 +12V output rails for safety and stability, as well as an Active PFC to ensure the highest levels of energy efficiency. In fact, the 550W True Power ATX Power Supply Unit is 80PLUS Bronze Certified, to prove it! Motherboard: The ECS G41T-M6 Intel G41 microATX Motherboard compatible with multi-core Intel CPUs through the LGA 775 socket, the G41T-M6 Intel G41 microATX Motherboard sports onboard Intel GMA X4500 graphics, with the capacity to upgrade to a discrete card through the PCI Express x16 slot. This great-value motherboard also supports 5.1Ch surround sound through its High Definition audio codec, with an internal S/PDIF out header allowing digital connectivity Processor: he Dell Inspiron Zino 410 mini PC, with single-core AMD V-series V140 Processor, comes out pre-installed with the Microsoft Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium operating
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system. A 250GB hard drive and 3GB of RAM ensure sufficient storage of multimedia files and data as well as speed for multi-tasking. Memory The Packard Bell iXtreme i6523 Refurbished Desktop PC is equipped with a highly capable Intel Core i5-650 processor and runs Microsoft's 64-bit version of the Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium operating system Hard drive: Use the CnM Hard Drive Docking Station to easily access data on a 2.5" or 3.5" SATA internal hard drive. This useful device is ideal for effectively transforming internal drives into external ones, and can be used for simple backup and storage purposes, or to retrieve data from your disk after a system failure Sound card For an simple audio upgrade, Creative Lab's Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium 7.1 Ch PCIe Sound Card might be the solution! Its PCI Express design ensures compatibility and straightforward installation. Ideal for gamers, the Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium employs hardware-accelerated EAX 5.0 and OpenAL technologies for amazing cinematic realism The backup server

Edition 11 safeguards your business in the event of a system failure, file corruption and other headaches that can cause you to lose important data. With PC Backup Server Edition's powerful disaster recovery features and robust backup device support, you can rest assured that the backbone of your business is safe and secure and that you are protecting all the data you care about on your servers. Performance of windows 7: different its predecessor, Windows Vista, which came out with a huge number of new features, Windows 7 was planned to be a more determined, incremental upgrade to the Windows line, with the target of being friendly with applications and hardware which Windows Vista was not at the time. Presentations given by Microsoft in 2008 focused on multi-touch support, a redesigned Windows shell with a new taskbar, referred to as the Supercar, a home networking system called Home Group, and performance improvements. Some standard applications that have been included with prior releases of Microsoft Windows, including Windows Calendar, Windows Mail, Windows Movie Maker, and Windows Photo Gallery, are not included in Windows 7;[9][10] most are instead offered separately at no charge as part of the Windows Live Essentials suite. I think than this system should be suitable for all user computing needs-whether you are a new desktop computer user with basic Internet surfing and email needs or a hardcore gamer that demands the latest powerful desktop computer technology for gaming

TASK 2 OPERATING SYSTEM: Operating system for employee PC: Nowadays there are various techniques and technologic used for a good performance of operating system. There are various operating system who have been created to help the user to use their computer with ease .And among these Operating System Windows 7 is the latest one who came out with new features and functions. The most attractive feature of Windows 7 can be its stability and reliability. Its advanced graphical features, aero peek, and new taskbar, which is covered by Windows Shell. This new Taskbar has been given value by the users so far. Although a bit difficult to get a grasp of, these new features have proved to be a hit among the users. The best innovation made by Microsoft here is the replacement of Quick Launch Toolbar with pinning applications. This innovation has resulted in more easy to see icons. They are an absolute delight to use Functions and features of different operating system: Windows XP: The Windows experience operating system is offered as home and professional edition and are like fitting for the use on standalone computers. The Professional Edition of Windows XP has more network features than the Home Edition. An update of Windows 9 x/ME is possible, with Windows NT/2000 only the Professional Edition can be taken for update. Optional FAT32 and NTFS are presented as a file system for the installation partition.

Windows XP (Windows version 5.1) becomes a predecessor of Windows 9x/ME as well as Windows NT/2000 and is available for 32-bits CPUs in the following versions:

Embedded Home Edition (1 CPU) for private user (Oct. 2001) Professional Edition (2 CPU) for business user (Oct. 2001) Media Centre (1 CPU) especially for multimedia devices (Nov. 2002) Tablet PC Edition especially for Tablet PCs (Nov. 2002) Server Edition (4 CPU) Advanced Server (8 CPU), also 64-bit Intel CPUs Microsoft Windows Fundamentals for Legacy PCs (July 2007) A 64-bit version of Windows XP was announced officially of Microsoft in April 2003. The RC2 was presented in February 2005. Windows XP Professional x64 was available in April 2005. At most 16 bytes RAM are utilisable with that; the virtual address range enlarges to 16 bytes.
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 Windows Vista: Windows Vista (Windows version 6.0) contains the new user interface Aero. The start menu has a round start button without text now. New characteristics are three-dimensional effects, the transparent representation and freely scalable symbols. To see all visual features a graphic card with DirectX 9.0 support is required. The known interface of Windows XP can be activated alternatively. The PC should at least contain a processor with 2 GHz, 512 mbyte RAM and at least 10 GByte of free hard disk storage.

Developer take advance from the new graphic interface WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) for the component-based development of 2D and 3D applications, WPF was designed under the code name Avalon. This framework supports the use of vector graphic for better scaling of applications on the display screen.

For better Security Microsoft has included useful functions. The automatic update of the operating system gives the fixing of new patches. When necessary the function UAC (User Account Control) asks the user whether it shall unlock unlimited user rights for the execution of a program. Info Cards makes the automated log-on and register of login information for web pages possible. Windows Defender extends Windows by an spyware/malware protection, the Windows Firewall monitors connections which are incoming and outgoing.

The performance is for a shorter reactivation time of Windows with the active programmes after a cold start of the PC improved by Windows SuperFetch. Windows Ready Boost provides an additional working memory on USB flash devices and can be combined with SuperFetch. The USB flash storage has much faster access times than hard disks. Windows 7: The most attractive feature of Windows 7 can be its stability and reliability. Its advanced graphical features, Aero peek, and new taskbar, which is covered by Windows Shell. This new Taskbar has been given value by the users so far. Although a bit difficult to get a grasp of, these new features have proved to be a hit among the users. The best innovation made by Microsoft here is the replacement of Quick Launch Toolbar with pinning applications. This innovation has resulted in more easy to see icons. They are an absolute delight to use. Another interesting feature added here is that of Aero Snap. This feature enables the user to maximize the window as soon as the edge of the screen is dragged. Just a little move by the user, and the window restores its previous state. It also came with the touch screen monitors which one is another interesting feature.

The developers have done all their to make sure that the performance of windows 7 is far much better than windows Visa and it can be proved demonstrated with coming of of innumerable new features including the following: support for virtual hard disks, Handwriting recognition, increase presentation on multi-core processors, improved boot performance, Direct Access and kernel improvements, etc Windows components like Internet Explorer and Windows Media Player 12 are built-in in this product of Microsoft. The new appearance given to Windows Media Player here is different from the one of Windows Vista. It is more stylish and sleek than ever, making it more enjoyable.

For those who love playing games Windows 7 has shown to be on top of its previous edition, Windows Vista. Presentation on multi-core processors, improved boot performance, Direct Access and kernel improvements, etc By the lauch of Windows 7 Microsoft has successfully tried to regain its lost popularity to a considerable extent. Windows 7 has so far been received positively by the users and it has even got good reviews from press MAC OS: Mac OS X Leopard (version 10.5) is the sixth major release of Mac OS X, Apples desktop and server operating system. According to Apple, Leopard contains over 300 changes and enhancements over its predecessor, Mac OS X Tiger,[2] covering core operating system components as well as included applications and developer tools. Leopard introduces a significantly revised desktop, with a redesigned Dock, Stacks, a semitransparent menu bar, and an updated Finder that incorporates the Cover Flow visual navigation interface first seen in iTunes. Other notable features include support for writing 64-bit graphical user interface applications, an automated backup utility called Time Machine, support for Spotlight searches across multiple machines, and the inclusion of Front Row and Photo Booth, which were previously included with only some Mac models. Customize Widows 7 Change the Log-on Screen's Wallpaper

Windows 7 has a lovely blue log-on screen, but it becomes a little boring after a while. Wouldn't it be nice if you could customise it the way you can Windows' desktop wallpaper? You can, without visiting the Registry. All you need is the Tweaks.com Logon Changer for Windows 7, a free utility that lets you turn any image into your log-on screen background. Run the program, click Change Logon Screen, and then navigate to the folder containing the image you want. If it's too large (Windows limits image size to 245KB), Logon Changer will offer to copy and resize it. Once the new background is in place, you can preview it at fullscreen size by clicking Test. If you want the old wallpaper back, click Revert to Default Logon Screen.

TASK 3 COMPUTER SYSTEM A) Key components of computer for:

Receptionist:
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The traditional duties of a receptionist commonly include answering visitor inquiries about the company, directing visitors to appropriate contacts, sorting mail, answering incoming calls, and arranging appointments .So in that case the receptionist will need: Word processing (e.g. letters and contracts) Database management, spreadsheet Internet browsing for access to information Printer Student: Student are going to use the computer for typing their assignments , also to check some websites and also to look for some books of the library in than case they going need: Word processing Database management, spread sheet Internet browsing for access to information Printer

Staff members: Their duties will be to deal with student to take their registration check their attendance and give them information ,to make sure time correct are correct .Also make sure than the policies are respected by students .To make their duties more easier they will need: Desktop with Microsoft Word Database management, spread sheet Internet Library staff: Provides service at the circulation desk including: prepares library for opening; checks materials in and out using computer terminal; greets and directs patrons to various locations or locates materials; answers the phone; registers new patrons on library computer system; uses computer terminal to provide information to the public or explains how to use the library's computer system; receives and resolves complaints or refers public to a director; collects and records fines and fees; assists supervisors with special project. To get their job easy they will need some material like: Microsoft word Internet Telephone Database management, spreadsheets.

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Accountants: The accountant duties is to prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports. Compile and analyse financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. Stablish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Analyze and review budgets and expenditures for local, state, federal, and private funding, contracts, and grants. Microsoft Excel Microsoft Word Internet Browsing A) Full specification of computer system: For a user to use a computer he/she need a full computer system: The CPU: it also can be named central processing unit its the place where most of the component of desktop are kept. The processor: is the main part of a desktop. Processor is categorized by its speed going in Gigahertz. The processor plays the main role on the speed when the computer is doing a piece of work. The greater the speed, the quicker the computer will run. Memory: is used by the processor to run some programs. Generally when we have more random access memory, the computer will run faster and will execute lot of programs at the same time. The hard disk its where all create data are kept. Its capacity is higher than RAM. For desktop use in office it should have a minimum of 160 GB of hard disk space but if u want more storage you will need something higher than that. The monitor: it can also be named screen it where the information show so than u can see. Nowadays peoples are using more and more the flat screen. The capacity the number of its of data than the monitor display is named resolution and is specified by the number of pixels. for the use of a desktop we need a minimum of 17-inch monitor Mouse: is the small protect box where we put our hand on a flat surface, it also show where to point on the screen. Keyboard: is the primary input for input for a computer Antivirus: is protective software designed to defend your computer against malicious software

TASK 4
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DESIGN A COMPUTER SYSTEM A) Plan to check the hardware and software components : BIOS: The BIOS software is built into the PC, and is the first code run by a PC when powered on ('boot firmware'). The primary function of the BIOS is to load and start an operating system. When the PC starts up, the first job for the BIOS is to initialize and identify system devices such as the video display card, keyboard and mouse, hard disk, CD/DVD drive and other hardware. The BIOS then locates software held on a peripheral device (designated as a 'boot device , such as a hard disk or a CD, and loads and executes that software, giving it control of the PC.[2] This process is known as booting, or booting up, which is short for bootstrapping. A) User documentation for the system: The user documentation describes each feature of the program, and assists the user in realizing these features. A good user document can also go so far as to provide thorough troubleshooting assistance. It is very important for user documents to not be confusing, and for them to be up to date. User documents need not be organized in any particular way, but it is very important for them to have a thorough index

Benefits: Improve Usability Lowers customers support techniques Improves reability Increase maintainability Improve instability Enhance Salability Reduce Liability

B) Security policy A security policy is a document written as a plan for the protection of physical and information technology (IT) of the company assets.. A security policy is often considered to be a "living document", meaning that the document is never finished, but is continuously updated as technology and employee requirements change. A company's security policy may
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include an acceptable use policy, a description of how the library plans to educate its employees about protecting the library's assets, an explanation of how security measurements will be carried out and enforced, and a procedure for evaluating the effectiveness of the security policy to ensure that necessary corrections will be made. C) Health and safety requirements Employees and student must always make sure to ensure the health and safety in the Library and including: members of staff must also make arrangements to ensure the health and safety of the library , including making preparations for emergencies, suitable information and training for everybody, and for health surveillance where appropriate. Everybody must work safely accordance to the training that has been given to them. Students must also notify the employer or the person responsible for health and safety of any serious or immediate danger to health and safety or any shortcoming in health and safety arrangements

CONCLUSION:

Work on computer have been helpful because it allows us to have an understanding of what is a hardware and software. It also provides a better understanding of computer system and the way it performs .It also allows us to be able to maintain the security of all machine. It also make easy for us to use the current trends and technologies available

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BIBLIOGRAPHY:

http://www.operating-system.org/betriebssystem/_english/bs-winxp.htm http://www.operating-system.org/betriebssystem/_english/bs-winvista.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mac_OS_X_Leopard http://www.nmstatelibrary.org/services-libraries/programs-services/source-book/library-jobdescriptions

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Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Duties_and_responsibilities_of_accountant#ixzz1A1Gp7v8P

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