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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.
  • Don't refresh. All questions and answers are randomly picked and ordered every time you load a test.

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






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






3. Storage device that is connected to the server






4. The bar at the top of the window containing a small icon that is similar to the icon on the desktop.






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






6. A command on the shortcut menu that will move the icon from its current location to a new location.






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






8. Underlined text






9. 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.






10. 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.






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






12. Quickly press and release the left mouse button two times






13. A folder that contains documents and folders that area available to other computer users on the network.






14. Underlined text.






15. The action of pointing to an item - holding down the right mouse button - moving the item to the desired location - and then releasing the right mouse button.






16. An arrow tat appears following a command on the Start menu that indicates that pointing the command will display a submenu.






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






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






19. A specific action.






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






21. A label that identifies the function of a button.






22. Stores the web pages you visit






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






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






25. The process of a computer receiving info






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






27. A bar that appears when the contents of a pane or window are not completely visible.






28. Turns off Windows XP so you can turn off the power to the computer






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






30. Hanging indent






31. Icons that represent a hard disk drive - 3 1/2 inch floppy disk drive - and a Compact Disk drive.






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






33. An application program included with windows XP






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






35. Center






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






37. The action of pointing to an item - holding down the left mouse button - moving the item to the desired location - and then releasing the left mouse button.






38. A device that allows you to enter data in the form of command or other response into the computer.






39. A button that indicates the area is collapsed






40. The window you are currently using or that is currently selected.






41. A list containing most frequently used programs.






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






43. Contains four category groups with unique icons






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






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






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






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






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






49. 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.






50. Application program that allows you to create graphic presentations for display on a computer