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Windows XP

Subject : it-skills
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. A list containing most frequently used programs.






2. Contains answers to many questions you may ask with respect to WIndows XP






3. A command that will reset anything you have done during the operation.






4. Qualities unique to a specific object that affect what can be done to the object or what the object does.






5. The thin blue line surround the My Computer window.






6. When software can be used easily by individuals with limited training.






7. An area on the hard disk that contains all the items you have deleted not only from the desktop but also from the hard disk.






8. An area that is collapsed and only the title and doble down arrow button appear in the area.






9. Underlined text.






10. A pointing device that allows you to enter data in the form of command or other response into the computer. It is attached to the computer by a cable.






11. The screen that appears showing the names of every computer user on the computer.






12. A bar that allows you to start an application - display a document - open another window - and search for information on the Internet.






13. Undo






14. Contains the Pick a Help topic area - Ask for assistance area - Pick a Task area - and Did You Know? area






15. A list that consists of the default Web browser program and default e-mail program.






16. A method of encoding pictures on a computer






17. An arrow that enables you to view areas that currently are not visible.






18. An area that contains links to four folders (Desktop - Shared Documents - My Computer - and My Network Places.)






19. A user interface that displays graphics in addition to text when it commnicates with the user.






20. A combination of keys that helps you avoid using the mouse all the time






21. A series of three dots that indicate that more information is required to execute the command.






22. An arrow that enables you to view areas that currently are not visible.






23. Set of specific computer instructions - designed to allow you to accomplish a particular task






24. A device that displays messages and provides information.






25. The name used to identify a user on the Welcome screen.






26. A named location on a disk where files are stored.






27. Hanging indent






28. Stores the web pages you visit






29. An area that contanis three tasks (Make a new folder - Publish this folder to the Web - and Share this folder.)






30. A short on-screen note associated with the object to which you are pointing.






31. Updates that contain fixes and enhancements to the operating system.






32. At the right of the Address Bar thst allows you to click an icon to display the Favorites Page.






33. The menu that contains the commands to carry out the actions associated with the My Computer window.






34. A specific action.






35. The action of quickly pressing and releasing the left mouse button twice without moving the mouse.






36. Consists of the title of the Web page and the URLs of favorite web pages






37. The action of pressing and releasing the secondary mouse button - or right mouse button.






38. A button that indicates the area is expanded.






39. A collection of computers and devices connected together for the purpose of sharing info b/w users






40. The button that makes it so the My Computer window no longer is displayed on the desktop and the recessed dark blue My Computer button in the taskbar button area changes to a non-recessed medium blue button.






41. A button that replaces the maximize button on the title bar.






42. Compresses the larger files into a single smaller file - allowing the folders to be downloaded mor easily and quickly






43. A list of related commands.






44. An application program included with windows XP






45. A square shaped button that causes the window to fill the entire screen.






46. An area that contains a title and links to four folders associated with the My Computer folder.






47. A window that is a central location for the storage and management of documents.






48. An area that contains the title and three tasks associated with the My Computer window.






49. New page






50. The process of a computer receiving info







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Can you answer 50 questions in 15 minutes?


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