INTERFACES by Sanzia Pearman
Types of Interfaces that are in an Operating System.
WHAT IS AN OPERATING SYSTEM?
An operating system is the software that supports a computer's basic functions, such as scheduling task, executing applications and controlling peripherals.
C.L.I (Command Line Interface)
A command line interface is one of the oldest interfaces used. It involves the computer responding to commands typed by the operator.
G.U.I (Graphical User Interface)
Graphical user interfaces are sometimes known as WIMP because they use Windows, Icons, Menus and Pointers.
Menu Driven
A menu driven interface is mostly used on ATMs, ticket machines and kiosks. They provide a simple and easy to use interface with a series of menus which the user can use by pressing buttons and sometimes on a touch-screen device.
Microsoft Windows
This is an example of a well known operating system.
IOS 8
This is another example of a well known operating system by Apple Inc.
Linux
This is another example of an often used operating system.
6 Common Types of User Interfaces