Graphical User Interface (GUI) operating system which offer features such as pull down menus, desk

accessories and the capability to move text and graphics from one program to another program.
Operating System (OS)
User interface software with windows released by Microsoft in 1985 to runs with MS-DOS

OPERATING SYSTEM
software that controls the execution of computer programs and may provide various services
a master program for a computer that manages the computers internal functions and provides you with a
means to control the computers operations
Examples: UNIX, OS/2, MS DOS
MS DOS the standard, single user operating system of

IBM compatible computers

CONTROL PANEL the central location for most of the hardware and software system settings.
FOLDER a way of organizing files in the hard disk
features:
Snap
Instantly arrange two windows exactly side by side.
Live Taskbar Previews
Scan through open files to find just what you're looking for.
HomeGroup
Share files, musiceven printersin just four clicks.
Pin
Keep programs and files handy: pin them to the taskbar or Jump Lists.
Windows Search
Search on your PC the same way you search on the Internet.

WINDOWS VERSION:
Microsoft Windows 1 (1985)
Microsoft Windows 2 (1987)
Microsoft Windows 3.0 (many developed applications)
Microsoft Windows NT (new technology)
Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 98
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows VISTA
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 8