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Helen: Can I also edit in it my text? For example, use different shrifts and colours?

Your line:___________

Helen: What about voice notes or drawing?

Your line:___________

Helen: And is it compatible with other OS? Or is it only for Windows?

Your line:___________

Helen: Thanks a lot! I think I’ll try that one and see how it goes.

Your line:___________


Now you know:

– how to talk about software in English;

– how to compare things with the use of adjectives;

– how to agree, disagree and express your doubts.


Vocabulary:


Unit 6. Operating systems

1. Look at the picture and discuss the questions:



– What is an operating system?

– Can you name any types of OS?

– How can you install OS?

– Why do you need to update OS?


2. Read the letter and answer the questions:


To: Sam Barewell

Subject: Installation of new version of Windows


Dear Sam,


I am writing to ask for your support with my computer’s operating system. I encountered some issues with my current OS yesterday. Can you please guide me and give instructions on how to download and install the latest version of Windows? Additionally, I would appreciate if you could advise me on how to fix any bugs that may arise during the installation process.


Thank you for your time and assistance in advance.


Sincerely,

Jakob Leen

– What is the purpose of Jakob’s letter?
– Why does he want to upgrade OS?
3. Divide the phrases for official emails:


a. I am writing to you to…
b. Best regards,
c. Thank you in advance.
d. Dear…,
e. Let me know if…
f. I would appreciate if you could…
g. Sincerely,

4. Read the reply from Jakob and complete the structure of the email:

a. greeting
b. sender
c. email body
d. email ending
e. recipient
f. email sign-off
g. subject

1) To: Jakob Leen

2) Re: Installation of new version of Windows


3) Dear Jakob,


4) I am writing in reply to your email. If you want to install the latest version, you need to make sure that you have enough space on your hard drive. Please, pay attention that you must backup all your important files and documents before you begin. Other unimportant data you don’t have to back up.

Once you’ve done it, you can start the installation process. Firstly, insert the installation disk or USB drive into your computer and restart it. Your computer should boot from the installation media automatically. If it doesn’t boot, you will need to change the boot order in your BIOS settings.

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