Windows features Flashcards
Cortana
Virtual Assistant
User Account Control
Controls changes to OS settings
Bitlocker
Encrypts drives
Shadow copy
Makes Snapshots that can be reverted back to.
System Restore
Allows restoration of system files and settings
Ready Boost
Uses removable drive cache
Compatibility mode
Allows legacy programs to run
Virtual XP Mode
allows older programs to think they are running in windows XP
Easy transfer
Transfer data files from one OS to another
Administrative tools
Allows administrative tasks to be run on the computer
Defender
Looks for malware
Windows Firewall
Blocks Unwanted traffic
Security center
Allows viewing of the log files
File structure and paths
Allows orderly creation of folders and files
category view vs. classic view
Two possible ways to view the control panel
Side-by-side apps
Allows toy to position windows on the desktop and windows will remembers the size and position
Metro UI
The interface released with windows 8
Pinning
Connecting an app to the taskbar
One drive
Windows cloud storage
Windows store
A convenient location to purchase windows apps
Multimonitor task bars
Taskbars appear in windows in multiple monitors
Charms
Commonly used apps/ features, such as search and share
Start screen
A portion of the Metro UI from which you can choose common options
PowerShell
A scripting language used to automate tasks
Live sign in
A single sign-on feature
Action Center
A central location for dealing with problems, security, and maintenance
