Operating System Types Lesson 009: Compatibility Concerns

What does compatibility encompass?

Hardware, software, and network.

What is the first thing to check when deciding to install an OS?

Hardware requirements.

What does TPM stand for?

Trusted Platform Module.

What is required in order to run Windows 11 outside of basic hardware requirements?

TPM 2.0.

What is important to consider when upgrading an OS regarding peripherals?

If it has the proper driver support.

What programming language do Android app run off of?

Java.

What programming language do Apple apps run off of?

Swift.

What do many organizations still need support for?

Older or legacy software.

What can be done to keep older systems secure?

Place in an isolated portion of the network without access to the Internet.

Network Compatibility

Refers to how devices running different OSs can communicate on the same data network.

What do most systems use to communicate on networks?

TCP/IP.

What does TCP/IP make possible inside of LANs?

All devices to communicate with each other.

Why might the use of a secondary server be necessary?

Some OSs aren’t able to communicate directly with other OSs.

What is a secondary server?

A communication hub that enables different incompatible OSs to be able to talk to each other.

AirDrop

Allows data to be sent and received between macOS, iOS, and, iPadOS devices.

What is another type of compatibility that is less talked about?

The compatibility between the end-user and the OS.