Windows Basics

Windows is an operating system designed by Microsoft. The operating System is what allows you to use a computer. On most new Personal computers (PCs), windows comes preloaded. This is helpful in making it the most popular operating system in the world. Windows makes it possible to complete many different day to day tasks on your computer. You can use windows to check your email, browse the Internet, play games, listen to music, and so much more. Microsoft released the first version of Windows in the mid-1980's. There's been many versions since but the most recent is Windows 8, released in 2012.