Exam 1: Survey of Windows Features and Support Tools

What is another name for several small utility programs that are found in the Control Panel?

List the four functions of an operating system.

What type of network does not have centralized control, such as one in a small office or home office?

The Windows 8 interface is known as the Aero interface.

A hard drive can only have one single root directory.

What is the maximum amount of memory supported by a 32-bit Windows operating system?

The Windows desktop is itself a folder.

What term describes one or more characters following the last period in a filename, such as .exe, .txt, or .avi?

What part of the Windows display shows information about open programs and provides quick access to others?

The power saving state that saves all work to the hard drive and powers down the system is known by what term?

What is the purpose of the UAC box?

What type of software is used to control a computer?

Describe two methods for launching an application.

Which Windows utility program lists errors and issues that need attention?

What is the name for the 3D user interface provided by Windows 7 and Vista?

What is the name of the interface that uses graphics as compared to a command-driven interface?

Describe the Control Panel window.

A service is a program that runs in the foreground and is visible on the taskbar.

Under the Control Panel, what console contains Print Management, Computer Management, and Event Viewer?

What is another name for the notification area in Windows?