Practical (How to boot the computer system)

Computer Science JSS1 First Term

WEEK  8

Practical (How to boot the computer system)

Performance Objectives

The student should be able to:

    1. List the steps in booting the computer.

Content

Booting the computer system

Booting means starting of the computer and loading the operating system.

Steps for booting the computer system

1. Connect the system unit to the power source.

2. Turn ON the power button on the monitor.

3. Ensure the monitor is ON.

4. Turn ON the power of the system unit.

5. Allow the computer to boot.

Types  of booting

There are two types of booting and they are as follows:

1. Cold booting: This can also be called hard booting and it is a…