Installing and Operating
System
Step by Step Explanation
GROUP 4
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Step 1: Preparation
• - Installation media (USB/DVD/ISO)
• - Product key or license
• - Backup important files
• - Check system requirements
Step 2: Booting from
Installation Media
• - Insert installation
media
• - Restart computer
• - Enter BIOS/UEFI
(F2, DEL, ESC)
• - Set boot order
(USB/DVD first)
• - Save & restart
Step 3: Starting the
Installation
• - Choose language, time zone, keyboard
• - Click 'Install Now'
• - Select installation type
Step 4: Disk Partitioning
• - Choose installation location
• - Create/manage partitions
• - Format partition (NTFS/EXT4)
Step 5: Copying and
Installing Files
• - System copies OS files to disk
• - May take 10–60 minutes
• - Computer restarts several times
Step 6: Configuration
• - Create username & password
• - Enter product key
• - Set network settings
• - Choose updates & security
Step 7: Final Setup
• - Install drivers
• - First boot into desktop environment
• - System ready to use
Operating the Operating
System
• - Login with user account
• - Manage files & folders
• - Install and run programs
• - Customize settings
• - Connect to internet & devices
• - Maintain security