INTRODUCTION TO

MICROSOFT WINDOWS
 Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational corporation headquartered
in Redmond, Washington, that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports and
sells computer software, consumer

electronics and personal computers and services.

 Its best known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating
systems, Microsoft Office suite, and Internet Explorer web browser.

 It is the world's largest software maker measured by revenues.

 It is also one of the world's most valuable companies.

 Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975
HISTORY

Before Coming Windows

PC users relied on the MS-DOS® method of typing commands at the C prompt (C:\).

With Windows
Users moved a mouse to point and click their way through tasks, such as starting applications.

In addition, Windows users could switch

among several concurrently running programs

HISTORY
Microsoft Windows operating system was developed by Microsoft to
overcome the limitation of its own MS-DOS Operating System.

First successful version were Windows 3.0, in 1990.

Subsequently released version were Windows 98, Windows 2000,

Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 and
Windows 10.
 In 1983, Microsoft announced the development of Windows, a

graphical user interface (GUI) for its own operating system

(MS-DOS), which had shipped for IBM PC and compatible
computers since 1981. .

 The 3.x and 4.x family includes Windows 3.11, Windows 95,

Windows 98, and Windows Me. Windows for Workgroups 3.11

achieved the breakthrough from 16- to 32-bit networking and
32-bit disk access.
 Windows 95 completed the migration to 32-bit code and started

an entirely new user interface, most of which is still used today.

 Windows NT family started with NT 3.1 in 1993. Modern

Windows operating system versions are based on the newer

Windows NT kernel that was originally intended for OS/2.
COMMON OPERATING
SYSTEMS
MS-DOS

Windows 95

Windows 98

Windows ME (Windows Millennium)

Windows NT

Windows 2000

Windows XP

Windows VISTA

Windows 7

Windows 8

Windows 8.1
 OPERATING
SYSTEM(MS-DOS)
Non-graphical command line operating system created for IBM
compatible computers

First introduced in August 1981.

Single-user OS from Microsoft for the Pc Still the underlying control

program for Windows 3.1 Windows 95/98 and Windows NT build in
their own Version of DOS to support existing DOS application.
Unlike Microsoft Windows, which most users are familiar with today,
MS-DOS requires the user to type commands instead of using a
mouse.
MICROSOFT DISK OPERATING
SYSTEM(MS-DOS)

Requires two floppy disk drives and requires 256 KB of RAM.

Offers limited multitasking of existing MS-DOS programs

Does not allow windows overlapping

Poor response from critics.

FEATURES OF DOS
Single user system

Machine independence

Program control

Peripheral management

Managing files

Processing commands

Managing input and output

Managing memory

Operating with Assembler

 Common Features of
Windows OS

Process Program
management Execution

Memory Providing
management Interfaces

Handling
Error
Input/Output
Handling
Operations
1985: WINDOWS 1.0
The first version of Windows provided a new software environment for developing, running applications that use bitmap
displays and mouse pointing devices.

With Windows, users moved a mouse to point and click their way through tasks, such as starting applications.

The product included a set of desktop applications which helped users manage day-to- day activities are-

• MS-DOS file management program

• Calendar

• Card file, notepad

• Calculator

• Clock

• Telecommunication Programs

16-bit multi-tasking shell on top of an existing MS-DOS

installation.

Described as front-end of MS-DOS Operating system

Introduced device drivers for better graphics

WINDOWS 2.0 DECEMBER
19,1987
• Windows 2.0 is a 16-bit Microsoft Windows GUI-based operating environment.

• Allows windows overlapping.

• Keyboard shortcuts were introduced.

• Terminology of minimize , maximize and control panel were introduced.

• Does not require hard disk.

• VGA graphics introduced with 16 colors only.

• The first Windows versions of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel ran on
Windows 2.0.
WINDOWS 2.1 MAY 27, 1988
Windows 2.1 is one of the family of Microsoft Windows
graphical user interface-based operating environments.

Windows/286 2.10 and Windows/386 2.10, less than a year after the
release of Windows 2.0.

These versions can take advantage of the specific features of the

Intel 80286 and Intel 80386 processors.

A hard disk was required for the first time to install Windows.
WINDOWS 3.0 MAY 22, 1990
 Windows 3.0, a graphical environment, is the third major release of Microsoft.

 Windows offered improved performance, advanced graphics with 16 colors,

and full support of the more powerful Intel 386 processor.

 It became the first widely successful version of Windows and a rival to Apple
Macintosh and the Commodore Amiga on the GUI front.

 A "multimedia" version, Windows 3.0 with Multimedia Extensions, was

released in 1991 to support sound cards as well as CD-ROM drives, which were
then becoming increasingly available.

 Technical improvements were made to make better use of the memory

management capabilities of Intel's 80286 and 80386 processors.
 WINDOWS 3.0 MAY 22, 1990
It offered a wide range of useful features and capabilities, including:

Program Manager, File Manager, and Print Manager.

A completely rewritten application development environment.

An improved set of Windows icons.

WINDOWS 3.0 MAY 22, 1990
Windows 3.0 was the only version of Windows that could be run in
three different memory modes:

 Real mode, intended for older computers with a CPU below Intel

80286.

 Standard mode, intended for computers with an

80286 processor.

 386 Enhanced mode, intended for newer computers with an

Intel 80386 processor or above.

1993: WINDOWS NT 3.1JULY
27,1993
Achieves Backward compatibility.

Advanced 32-bit "flat" virtual OS.

Works with Intel x86 and Alpha CPUs.

Multimedia PC version has a ability to play video files and has video integration with CD ROM
support.

Drag and Drop operation was the major change.

Introduced Registry, a centralized database that can store configuration information and settings
for various operating systems components and applications.

First version of Windows that could also launch Windows programs via Command
Prompt while running Windows 3.1.
DISADVANTAGE
 Windows 3.1 uses a cooperative multitasking system, which

means that your computer attempts to give equal memory to

all programs at once.

 The more programs you open, the more divided the memory.

 Enough programs open (more than 3) and the operating

system has a tendency to crash.

WINDOWS 95, AUG 24, 1995
 Windows 95 integrated Microsoft's formerly separate MS- DOS

and Windows products.

 32-bit,self contained operating system.

 It was referred to as Windows 4.0.

 It was a major success in the marketplace at launch and shortly

became the most popular desktop operating system.

WINDOWS 95, AUG 24, 1995
It includes a built-in and enhanced version of DOS.

Introduced 'Start' button & taskbar.

It is formed by a large number of virtual device drivers (VxDs) responsible for

handling physical devices (such as video and network cards), emulating
virtual devices used by the virtual machines, or providing various system
services.

Memory limitations were expanded.

It is shipped with Microsoft's own dial-up online service called The

Microsoft Network.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Computer: 100% IBM Compatible

Processor: 386 DX or higher

Memory: 4MB RAM 35MB Hard disk drive

Drives: CD-ROM or Floppy

Sound: Sound Blaster compatible Sound Card.

Video: VGA or higher-resolution

Controls: Microsoft keyboard / Mouse

Operating system: DOS 5.0 and Higher

Price: $70.00 - $90.00

WINDOWS N.T 4.0 JULY 29,
1996
It is a 32-bit Windows system available in both workstation and server editions with a graphical
environment similar to that of Windows 95.

Introduced 3D Pinball game, font smoothing, full window drag, high color icons and stretching the
wallpaper to fit the screen.

Windows NT 4.0 was the first release of Microsoft Windows to include DirectX.

Included a new Windows Task Manager application

Poorly written drivers became a frequent source of "stop errors“

less user-friendly than Windows 95 when it comes to

certain maintenance and management tasks.

The maximum amount of supported physical RAM in Windows NT 4.0 is 4 GB.

MICROSOFT WINDOWS 98
JUNE 25, 1998
It is a hybrid 16-bit/32-bit monolithic (single program) product with an MS- DOS based boot
stage.

Windows 98 includes Internet Explorer 4.01.

Besides Internet Explorer, many other Internet companion applications are included such as

• Outlook Express,

• Windows Address Book,

• FrontPage Express,

• Microsoft Chat,

• Personal Web Server

• Web Publishing Wizard,

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Computer:100% IBM Compatible

Processor: 486DX/66 MHz or Higher processor

Memory: 16 MB of RAM

Drives: Approximately 195MB; can take up to 295MB CD-ROM or Floppy

Sound: Standard Sound card for sound capability.

Video: VGA or higher-resolution

Controls: 100% compatible Microsoft keyboard /Mouse

operating system: Windows 3.x, 3.1x or Windows 95 to upgrade

DirectX: Includes DirectX 5.0

Price: $80.00 - $100.00

FEATURES
Quick Launch toolbar

Desk bands

Active Desktop

Channels

Ability to minimize foreground windows by clicking their button on the taskbar

Single click launching

Back and Forward navigation buttons

Favorites

Address bar in Windows Explorer

Image thumbnails

Web view in folders

Folder customization through HTML-based templates.

OTHERS FEATURES
Graphical user interface

Type of icons: I ) Applications icons

ii ) Document icons iii ) Program icons

Start Button

Taskbar

Windows Explorer

Right Mouse Button

Long File Names

Multitasking

Shortcuts

Easy Internet Access ,Help

2000: WINDOWS MILLENNIUM
(WINDOWS ME) SEP 14, 2000

Designed for home computer users, Windows Me offered consumers

numerous music, video, and home networking enhancements and
reliability improvements.

For example, to help consumers troubleshoot their systems,

the System Restore feature let users roll back
their PC software configuration to a date or time before
a problem occurred.
2000: WINDOWS MILLENNIUM
(WINDOWS ME) SEP 14, 2000
It was the last operating system released in the Windows 9x series for home PC
users.

It included Internet Explorer 5.5, Windows Media Player 7, and the new
Windows Movie Maker software

Faster boot times

Improved power management and suspend/resume operations.

Includes drivers for USB mass storage devices and USB printers

Windows Me had a short shelf-life of just over a year; it was often criticized for
being buggy and unstable.
2000: WINDOWS MILLENNIUM
(WINDOWS ME) SEP 14, 2000
Four editions of Windows 2000 were released:

• Professional

• Server

• Advanced Server, and

• Datacenter Server.

Microsoft marketed Windows 2000 as the most secure Windows version ever at the time.

A new capability designed to protect critical system files called Windows File Protection was
introduced.

This protects critical Windows system files by preventing programs other than Microsoft's
operating system update mechanisms such as the Package Installer.
WINDOWS XP 24 AUGUST,
2001
“XP” is the short form of experience.

First consumer orientated & Mostly populated product of MS-DOS.

Anti-aliased 2D graphics, textures.

Taskbar buttons for running applications and Quick Launch.

Windows XP was a major advance from the MS-DOS based versions of Windows in
security, stability and efficiency.

Introduced updated user account interface and graphical login screen.

From April 8, 2014, Microsoft stopped security updates or technical support for the
Windows XP operating system.
WINDOWS XP 24 AUGUST,
2001

Detect any type of error

Complete digital media support

Premier mobile support for the ability to work offline

Greater security, encrypt files and folders

Built-in high performance multiprocessor

WINDOW SERVER APRIL
24,2003

Windows Server 2003 (sometimes referred to as Win2K3) is a server

operating system.

Windows Vista, as shipped, was developed based solely on Windows

Server 2003 source code.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS VISTA
JANUARY 30, 2007

New features of Windows Vista include an updated graphical user

interface and visual style dubbed Aero, a new search component called
Windows Search, redesigned networking, audio, print and display sub-
systems, and new multimedia tools including Windows DVD Maker

By the time of Windows Vista, improved security into every aspect of

software development at the company.

Criticized due to more system requirements and backward

compatibility issue.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS VISTA
JANUARY 30, 2007
Starter (only available in developing countries)

Home Basic

Home Premium

Business

Enterprise (only available to large businesses and enterprises)

Ultimate (combines both Home Premium and Enterprise)

All editions (except Starter edition) are currently available in both 32-bit and 64-bit
versions.

The biggest advantage of the 64-bit version is breaking the 4 gigabyte memory barrier,
which 32-bit computers cannot fully access.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7 OCT
22,2009

Windows 7 is a personal computer operating system developed by

Microsoft as part of Windows NT family of operating systems.

It is a version of Microsoft Windows, a series of operating systems

produced by Microsoft for use on personal computers, including
home and business desktops, laptops, net books, tablet PCs, and
media center PCs.

Development of 7 occurred as early as 2006 under the code name

"Blackcomb.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 7 OCT
22,2009
Improved Boot Performance

Redesigned Taskbar

Aero Snap

Support for SSD

Enhanced Stability

Network Virtualization

Jump Lists

Moveable taskbar icons

Control over System Tray icons

Media Player Lightweight mode

JANUARY 14, 2020

From January 14th 2020, Microsoft stopped security updates or

technical support for the Windows XP operating system.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 8
OCTOBER 26, 2012

Windows 8 introduced major changes to the operating system's

platform and user interface to improve its user experience on
tablets, where Windows was now competing with mobile operating
systems
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 8
OCTOBER 26, 2012
Windows 8 was developed on the basis to provide user interface not only
in PC but also tablets and mobiles.

On its release Microsoft started competing with mobile operating

systems, including Android and IOS.

The new user interface of the operating system was widely criticized for
being potentially confusing and difficult to learn.

You need a 1GHz or faster CPU , 1GB of RAM (or 2GB for 64-bit
systems), 20GB of hard drive space and a DirectX 9 graphics card with
Windows Display Driver Model driver.
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 8
OCTOBER 26, 2012
Tile-based Interface

Simpler Shutdown

Narrator (Reads everything you touch, Sounds to confirm, Helps blind)

Snap Apps

File History

Search Function

Two Touch Keyboards

Sync Settings
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 10
JULY 29, 2015

Start Menu

Cortana

Project Spartan Browser

Improved Multitasking

Windowed Apps

Action Center

Continuum
MICROSOFT WINDOWS 10
JULY 29, 2015

Cortana , similar to as Google Now is a feature which helps you find

anything by your voice. You just need to say , “Hey Cortana!”.

Other than voice we can search anything like cricket score , weather
, nearby places and many. It does as it says, "ask me anything”.