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






2. Gives the user access to the computer system and many support applications - such as "Add new hardware" - "Add/Remove Programs"






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






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






5. Underlined text






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






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






8. 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.






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






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






11. An application program included with windows XP






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






13. An area that contains a title - the window title - and the folder type of the My Computer window.






14. The process of a computer receiving info






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






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






17. Stores the web pages you visit






18. Storage device that is connected to the server






19. A service pack containing advanced security features that protect the computer against viruses - worms and hackers.






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






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






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






23. A method of encoding pictures on a computer






24. A specific action.






25. A printed version of a webpage (printout)






26. A button that indicates the area is collapsed






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






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






29. Undo






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






31. Center






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






33. The graphic used to identify a user on the Welcome screen.






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






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






36. A list containing most frequently used programs.






37. The menu that allows you to access easily the most useful items on the computer.






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






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






40. A device that allows you to perform often-used tasks more quickly than when you use the menu bar.






41. Located at the bottom of the screen - shows which programs are currently running






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






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






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






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






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






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






48. Application program that allows you to search for and display web pages - e.g. Chrome - Firefox - Internet Explorer






49. A button that indicates the area is expanded.






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