How to Get a DOS Template

Disk operating systems are no common in home computing.

DOS stands for "disk operating system." Its black box with white command lines is associated with early computing. The most common DOS is MS-DOS, which you can still access on a Windows computer. Within, you can enter prompts into the command lines of a DOS.

Things You'll Need

• Computer access

Instructions

1. Click "Start" on the taskbar of your computer.

2. Type "cmd" into the bar that reads "Search programs and files."

3. Press "Enter" or click the "Cmd" button that appears under "Programs." An MS-DOS prompt will appear.

References

• Computer Hope: How to Get an MS-DOS Prompt