Operating system

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition OEM Version

Purpose: The software responsible for allocating system resources,including memory, processor time, disk space, and peripheral devices such as printers, modems, and the monitor. All application programs use the OS to gain access to these system resources as they are needed.

Cost: $134.99

Minimum system requirments

Pentium 300 Mhz. 128 MB RAM. 1.5 GB free hard disk space. Super VGA (800x600). CD-ROM or DVD drive. Keyboard and Microsoft® Mouse or compatible pointing device.

Reason for Selection: I choose Windows XP Home Edition because it will give me maximum output with my computer and the Internet. This is the operating system that can offer stability, and is proven to be user-friendly. It was designed for reliability, security and privacy, high performance, and ease of use by world known company - Microsoft.