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Comparing different operating systems
Comparing and Contrasting Different Operating Systems and Troubleshooting Issues
Advantages
- Powerful multiuser, multitasking operating system.
- Increased userfunctionality and friendliness.
- Windows has gadgets similar to Mac for improved functionality.
Advantages:
- Has superior graphics display processing capabilities.
- Superior file back up utilities.
- The widgets feture enable quick access to frequently used tools and activities.
Advantages:
- Much lighter and boots up faster than any portable computer device.
- The battery lasts for 10 hours, compared to 3 or 4 hours battery life of a netbook.
Disadvantages:
- Windows is susceptable to greater viruses than the Mac.
- It doesnt allow you to backup individual files.
Disadvantages:
- Fewer software applications are available than those for windows.
- More expensive than windows based PCs.
Disadvantages:
- Doesn't allow for video conferencing or sending SMS messages.
- Doesn't have an external memory slot.
Troubleshooting Common Issues:
#1. Problem: Ocassionally the user will not be able to locate the DVD drive.
Fix:Under Disk Management you can reset the drive letter and paths so it will be visible in the explorer.
#2. Problem: Complications with iPhone syncing to 64-bit Windows 7.
Fix: Disabling the USB power management, under Divice Manager you can turn off the USB and manually connect to the iPhone through Apple's iTunes software.
Troubleshooting Common Issues:
#1. Problem: The inability to open individual documents.
Fix: Restore a backup if individual files will not open, if there's a problem with the application then try changing the preferences through the Disk Utility; lastly start from scratch and reinstall software.
#2. Problem: "Unexpected error' when installing new software.
Fix: This is usually due to RAM problems, check how much RAM is available, try adding RAM or switching the slots that they're in.
Troubleshooting Common Issues:
#1. Problem: Sometimes the iPad won't turn on or the display is not responding.
Fix: Turn the iPad off and turn it on again. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button on top of iPad for a few seconds, until a red slider appears. Then slide the slider. Then press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the Apple logo appears. Reset iPad-Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button at the same time for at least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
#2. Problem: iPad won't sync with iTunes.
Fix: Disconnect other USB devices from your computer and connect iPad to a different USB 2.0 port on your computer (not on your keyboard). Turn iPad off and turn it on again. Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button on top of iPad for a few seconds, until a red slider appears. Then slide the slider. Then press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until the Apple logo appears. Restart your computer. Then reconnect iPad to your computer. Download and install (or reinstall) the latest version of iTunes.