Title: Install an OS.
Course: Computer Systems Technology I (10002-I) > Section: Exploring the Fundamentals of Operating Systems (OSs)

Installation should include the following steps:

- Verify the minimum system requirements.
- Identify storage device setup procedures.
- Prepare the storage device.
- Install the OS using default settings.
- Create accounts.
- Configure device drivers.
- Install applicable updates.
- Verify installation.
- Select cloud options with security implications.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What size would be recommended for the OS storage device partition, considering the minimum hardware requirements? Why?
- What should be done during a Windows installation to allow for specialty storage controllers?
- What needs to be configured in the BIOS/UEFI prior to installing an OS?
- What critical items must be addressed as soon as an OS installation is complete? Why?