CHAPTER 12

Working with Operating Systems

In this chapter, you will learn how to

•   Explore Registry components

•   Explore and use Windows tools and settings

•   Understand the differences between Windows Administrative Tools and Processes, Applications, and Services

•   Identify common features and tools of macOS

Windows is powerful, easy to use, surprisingly idiot proof, backwardly compatible, and robust. A large part of Windows’ power is hidden—under the hood—in programs and processes that Microsoft doesn’t want normal users to see. For the record, I think hiding anything normal users don’t need is a smart idea. Technicians, on the other hand, need to not only understand these processes and programs, but also know how to use, configure, ...

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