Module 2 Flashcards
Chapter 7
T/F: The Windows 8 interface is known as the Aero interface.
False
T/F: In Windows, there are two types of user accounts: an administrator account and a standard account.
True
T/F: The Windows desktop is itself a folder.
True
T/F: A service is a program that runs in the foreground and is visible on the taskbar.
False
T/F: A hard drive can only have one single root directory.
False
What is another name for several small utility programs that are found in the Control Panel?
Applets
In Windows 7, a collection of folders can be organized into conveniently accessed shortcuts known by what term?
library
Apps that offer continuous real-time updates on the Windows 8 modern interface are referred to by what term?
live tiles
What type of network does not have centralized control, such as one in a small office or home office?
peer-to-peer (P2P)
What part of the path to file indicates how the file organized or formatted?
file extension
What command can be used to launch the System Information window
msinfo32.exe
The power saving state the saves all work to the hard drive and powers down the system is known by what term?
hibernation
Which Windows utility program lists errors and issues that need attention?
Action Center
What term describes one or more characters following the last period in a filename, such as .exe, .txt, or .avi?
file extension
What dialog box in Windows appears each time a user attempts to perform an action that can be done only with administrative privileges?
User Account Control
What is the name for the 3D user interface provided by Windows 7 and Vista?
Aero
Under the Control Panel, what console contains Print Management, Computer Management, and Event Viewer?
Administrative Tools
What part of the Windows display shows information about open programs and provides quick access to others?
Taskbar
What GUI element is usually on the right side of the task bar and displays open services?
system tray
What software in Windows 8 serves as built-in antivirus software?
Windows Defender
What is the maximum amount of memory supported by a 32-bit Windows operating system?
4GB
What type of software is used to control a computer?
operating system
The ability to snap a page to the left or right side of the screen so a second page can share the screen is a function of what feature?
side-by-side apps
What is another name for the notification area in Windows?
system tray
What is the name of the interface that uses graphics as compared to a command-driven interface?
graphical user
What terms refer to directories that exist under the root directory?
subdirectories, child directories, and folders
What two methods can be used to access items in the Quick Launch menu?
right click the start button, select an item from the quick launch menu
press win+x on the keyboard to access the quick launch menu from anywhere
Which of the following file extensions are hidden just after Windows is installed?
.exe
.com
.txt
Which of the following are valid types of user accounts in Windows?
administrator, standard
What two terms describe a power saving mode in windows that saves the cureent running state including open files to memory and then shuts down, while keeping memory powered?
sleep mode, suspend mode
Gadget
a mini-app that provides information such as the time, date, news headlines, or weather
Action Center
a tool that lists errors and issues that need attention
Child directories
a directory that is housed inside another directory
Network and Sharing Center
a utility that can be used to solve a filed network connection
Device drivers
small programs stored on the hard drive that tell the computer how to communicate with a specific hardware device
Navigation pane
found on the left side of the Windows Explorer or Computer Window
System window
can give you a quick look at what hardware and software is installed
Compressed folder
creates a folder with a .zip extension
OneDrive
a microsoft online storage service
Desktop
the initial screen that is displayed when an OS has a GUI interface loaded
