Activity9.1: Identify OperatingSystemRequirements In this activity, you will first identify the optimal operatingsystem to use in a given situation. Next, you will analyze the operatingsystem selection in a scenario. Objectives After completing this activity, you will be able to: ! Identify the appropriate operatingsystem for a given set of requirements and constraints. Before You Begin This activity includes both small group tasks and class discussion. Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this activity. Materials There are no materials for this activity. Time to complete this activity: 15 minutes followed by a 10 minute discussion. 62 Activity9.1: Identify OperatingSystemRequirements Exercise 1: Identifying an OperatingSystem for a Scenario (10 minutes) ! Identify the operatingsystemrequirements 1. Participate in small groups as assigned by the instructor. 2. Read each scenario below. 3. Identify what operatingsystem best meets the needs of the scenario. 4. Write your answers below. After completing the above steps, you will discuss your responses with the class. The instructor will write the class consensus on a flip chart. Scenarios A A group of 200 consultants who use their computers primarily for running complex spreadsheets. Data on these computers is proprietary and confidential. B A set of servers to operate mission-critical accounting and the inventory system for a manufacturing company. Solution A B Activity9.1: Identify OperatingSystemRequirements 63 Exercise 2: Analyzing Technology Selection (5 minutes) ! Analyze technology selection 1. Participate in small groups as assigned by the instructor. 2. Read the scenario below. 3. Analyze the feasibility of the solution given in the scenario. 4. Make any comments in the space below. After completing the above steps, you will discuss your responses with the class. The instructor will write the class consensus on a flip chart. Scenario A company with 50 desktops installs Microsoft ® Windows ® 98 to run its business. Several computers have important accounting data and each user is responsible for their own backups. Analysis _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK . Activity 9. 1: Identify Operating System Requirements Exercise 1: Identifying an Operating System for a Scenario (10 minutes) ! Identify the operating system requirements. Activity 9. 1: Identify Operating System Requirements In this activity, you will first identify the optimal operating system to use in