Exam 1: Survey of Windows Features and Support Tools

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What software in Windows 8 serves as built-in antivirus software?

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In Windows, there are two types of user accounts: an administrator account and a standard account.

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The ability to snap a page to the left or right side of the screen so a second page can share the screen is a function of what feature?

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What dialog box in Windows appears each time a user attempts to perform an action that can be done only with administrative privileges?

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Describe the two types of user account in Windows 7, mentioning how they differ with respect to the UAC.

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Match each item with a statement below.
A Microsoft online storage service
OneDrive
Small programs stored on the hard drive that tell the computer how to communicate with a specific hardware device
Desktop
Can give you a quick look at what hardware and software is installed
Action Center
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A Microsoft online storage service
OneDrive
Small programs stored on the hard drive that tell the computer how to communicate with a specific hardware device
Desktop
Can give you a quick look at what hardware and software is installed
Action Center
Creates a folder with a .zip extension
Network and Sharing center
A utility that can be used to solve a failed network connection
Child directories
a mini-app that provides information such as the time, date, news headlines, or weather.
Compressed folder
A tool that lists errors and issues that need attention
System window
A directory that is housed inside another a directory
gadget
Found on the left side of the Windows Explorer or Computer window
Device drivers
The initial screen that is displayed when an OS has a GUI interface loaded
Navigation pane
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Describe the Aero user interface including which editions of Windows it is available on and its requirements.

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What command can be used to launch the System Information window?

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Describe the notification area.

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What part of the path to a file indicates how the file is organized or formatted?

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Apps that offer continuous real-time updates on the Windows 8 modern interface are referred to by what term?

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What is the Windows taskbar and how is it used?

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In Windows 7, a collection of folders can be organized into conveniently accessed shortcuts known by what term?

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Briefly define operating system.

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Explain why it is important to empty the Recycle Bin.

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What GUI element is usually on the right side of the taskbar and displays open services?

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