Install an operating system.

Installation should include the following steps:

• Verify the minimum system requirements.
• Identify storage device setup procedures.
• Prepare the storage device.
• Install the operating system 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 recommend for the operating system storage device partition, considering the minimum hardware requirements? Why?
• What should be done during a current 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?