Parts of Windows OS

There are seven parts of the Windows Operating System:

1. Desktop
2. Taskbar
3. Start
4. File Manager
5. Browser
6. Settings
7. Configurations

Windows OS Hierarchy

1.  Desktop:

• The main screen area where you can see your background wallpaper and organize your icons.
• It often serves as a workspace where you can open windows, documents, and applications.

2. Taskbar:

• Located at the bottom of the screen by default, it provides quick access to open apps, the Start menu, and system notifications.
• It includes elements like the Quick Launch bar, open program indicators, and the system tray (notification area) for system alerts and settings.

3. Start:

• This is the gateway to all the programs, apps, and settings on your computer.
• You can access it by clicking the Start button on the Taskbar, which opens the Start menu, offering shortcuts to your most used and recently added apps, as well as folders and system settings.

4. File Manager (File Explorer):

• It allows you to browse, organize, and manage your files and folders.
• You can create new folders, move files around, search for specific items, and access various storage locations, both local and network based.

 5.  Browser:

• Your window to the internet! Commonly, Microsoft Edge is the default browser, but you can install others like Chrome or Firefox.
• Browsers let you search the web, bookmark pages, manage extensions, and enjoy various web-based services and applications.

6.  Settings:

• A central place to customize and control your system's preferences and configurations.
• You can adjust settings for network, devices, personalization (like wallpapers and themes), privacy, security, and much more.

7.  Configurations:

• This refers to the customizable parameters and setups for both the system and applications.
• Configuration settings may involve network settings, system updates, user accounts, and installed software preferences.