Deck 2: Looking at Windows

Question 1

Windows 8 was released in 2012.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The Start screen is optimized for a touch interface, so tiles can be dragged or selected using a mouse, your finger, or a stylus.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

The desktop can display application windows, message windows called dialog boxes, and icons.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

While looking at the Desktop , you can activate the Search box by typing the first few letters of the item you're looking for.

Question 5

Start screen tiles represent applications, storage areas, and links to social media sites.

Question 6

The Start screen, Charms menu, and PC Settings panel are part of the touchscreen toolkit because of their large format controls.

Question 7

The Windows key opens the Start screen.

Question 8

Windows Vista is the latest version of Windows.

Question 9

The main area of the desktop displays application frames, dialog boxes, and icons.

Question 10

When you search in Apps, you can find specific documents that you've created based on their titles or their contents.

Question 11

Windows 8 has a dual personality that affects the way you work with it.

Question 12

The Charms menu appears when you move the pointer to one of the corners of the screen.

Question 13

A computer keeps track of the current date and time using a battery-operated internal clock.

Question 14

On all computers, the taskbar is set to disappear when it is not in use.

Question 15

Operating systems are available for all types of computers.

Question 16

Additional icons from the notification area are displayed when you click the ScreepTip button.

Question 17

Most of today's computers have 32-bit microprocessors.

Question 18

Windows 8 is available in several editions including Standard, Pro, Enterprise, and RT.

Question 19

A device driver is software that helps a peripheral device establish communication with a computer.

Question 20

Windows Explorer is a collection of tools for customizing Windows system settings so that you can work more efficiently.

Question 21

Which of the following Windows desktop features displays the time, along with icons that indicate the status of computer settings?

A) Control Panel
B) Start button
C) notification area
D) Show Desktop button

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a version of Windows?

A) XP
B) Vista
C) Safari
D) 7

Question 23

To return to the ____ screen from any application, press the Windows key on your computer keyboard.

A) notification
B) Show Desktop
C) Start
D) Pinned

Question 24

What kind of screen allows users to take the most advantage of the desktop's ability to display multiple application windows?

A) small screens
B) large screens
C) tablet screens
D) smart screens

Question 25

The ____ sets the standard for the on-screen controls displayed by all applications.

A) hard disk drive
B) hardware
C) operating system
D) CD/DVD drive

Question 26

To find out what each taskbar button does, a ScreenTip will pop up if you ____.

A) click it and drag
B) point to the button and wait
C) right click the button
D) drag it to the Search bar

Question 27

Which of the following is not an edition of Windows 8?

A) Standard
B) Business
C) Enterprise
D) Pro

Question 28

Programs that you use frequently are known as ____ items.

A) personal library
B) user account
C) taskbar
D) pinned

Question 29

If the Notification area contains more icons than can fit in the allocated space, the ____ displays additional notification icons.

A) Applications button
B) System Tools
C) Show hidden icons button
D) Control Panel

Question 30

On some computers, the ____ is set to disappear when it is not in use. To reveal it, pass the mouse pointer off the bottom edge of the screen.

A) taskbar
B) Start button
C) Search screen
D) Control Panel

Question 31

Which of the following is a function of the operating system?

A) detect equipment failure
B) update application software
C) keep the desktop clean
D) stay connected to the Internet

Question 32

The preset search is for ____, but you can change the preset to search for settings or files.

A) files
B) applications
C) Bing
D) settings

Question 33

If your computer has a touchscreen, you can scroll the Start screen by swiping ____.

A) right or left
B) up or down
C) only right
D) only left

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a Control Panel option category?

A) Devices and Printers
B) Color Management
C) Software and Sound
D) Location Settings

Question 35

The ____ contains some of the most important tools for configuring and customizing Windows.

A) Control Panel
B) Windows Explorer
C) Start menu
D) taskbar

Question 36

The Windows ____ is the gateway to Windows manuals, FAQs, and troubleshooting wizards.

A) taskbar
B) Help and Support Center
C) Start button
D) Start menu

Question 37

The ____ tile displays a screen where you can work with multiple applications.

A) Search
B) Start
C) Desktop
D) Live

Question 38

The options offered by the PC Settings panel are most relevant for ____, for customizing the Start screen, and for changing the password.

A) students
B) retirees
C) desktop users
D) tablet users

Question 39

Windows 8 ____ edition is designed to meet the needs of businesses that have in-house and remote workers.

A) Standard
B) Business
C) Enterprise
D) Pro

Question 40

The taskbar's ____ icon lets you quickly adjust the sound level emitted by your computer's speakers.

A) Speaker
B) Volume
C) Internet Access
D) Calculator

Question 41

In the accompanying figure, item 2 is pointing to a ____.

A) Start button
B) desktop icon
C) notification area
D) pinned item

Question 42

Search results from the Windows Help and Support Center include information from ____ if Online Help is activated.

A) Google Images
B) Microsoft's Web site
C) Bing
D) popular message boards

Question 43

____ represent applications, storage areas, and links to social media sites.

A) Charm icons
B) Start screen tiles
C) Search features
D) Desktop files

Question 44

Which of the following keys opens the Start screen?

A) F1 key
B) Windows key
C) Alt key
D) Esc key

Question 45

In the accompanying figure, item 2 is pointing to a ____.

A) search box
B) recently used programs
C) personal library
D) settings option

Question 46

In the accompanying figure, item 1 is pointing to the ____.

A) recently used programs
B) search box
C) Charms menu
D) pinned items

Question 47

In the accompanying figure, item 4 is pointing to the ____.

A) Start button
B) desktop icons
C) Paint window
D) Application buttons

Question 48

When adjusting settings from the Control Panel or PC Settings panel, you are using ____ designed to modify and customize the way the computer operates.

A) device drivers
B) operating systems
C) system utilities
D) antivirus software

Question 49

Microsoft Windows RT, iOS, and Android are used on ____.

A) tablet computers and smartphones
B) desktop computers only
C) desktop and tablet computers
D) tablet computers only

Question 50

The Start screen, Charms menu, and PC Settings are part of the ____ because of their large format controls.

A) desktop menu
B) touchscreen toolkit
C) device drivers
D) Help desk DVDs

Question 51

Once installed, which of the following automatically starts when it is needed.

A) graphics applications
B) device drivers
C) USB flash drive
D) printer

Question 52

Whereas ____ is/are designed to help a person carry out a task such as word processing or sending e-mail, ____ is/are dedicated to the computer's internal operation.

A) operating systems, system software
B) operating systems, application software
C) application software, system software
D) system software, application software

Question 53

The Search box also works with ____, such as Internet Explorer, AccuWeather, and Bing.

A) Apps
B) Settings
C) Files
D) Listed applications

Question 54

The ____ is located at the bottom of the Windows desktop and holds a variety of useful controls, including application buttons and a notification area.

A) PC Settings panel
B) taskbar
C) Charms menu
D) Help and Support Center

Question 55

In the accompanying figure, item 9 is pointing to a ____.

A) dialog box
B) notification area
C) desktop icons
D) pinned items

Question 56

When a mail tile is ____, it displays incoming e-mail messages.

A) wireless
B) active
C) live
D) hidden

Question 57

In the accompanying figure, item 5 is pointing to the ____.

A) Minimize button
B) Maximize button
C) Show Desktop button
D) Close button

Question 58

Sometimes referred to as RT or Metro, ____ elements of Windows feature large icons, well-spaced menus, and applications that are used one at a time.

A) mouse
B) touch screen
C) trackpad
D) keyboard

Question 59

In the accompanying figure, item 6 is pointing to the ____.

A) Minimize button
B) Maximize button
C) Show Desktop button
D) Close button

Question 60

A(n) ____ is software that helps a peripheral device establish communication with a computer.

A) device driver
B) operating system
C) system utility
D) antivirus software

Question 61

Operating systems, such as Microsoft Windows, are examples of ____________________, which works behind the scenes to help a computer keep tabs on itself in order to function efficiently.

Question 62

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 2-1 Laura has just purchased a new computer and is excited to start using it. This is Laura's first computer and she is still learning how to use it. Laura wants to customize the way Windows looks and works. In order to do this, Laura should ____.

A) use the Control Panel
B) use the PC Settings
C) use a Paint accessory
D) copy and paste a picture to the desktop

Question 63

The ____________________ displays icons that provide status information and shortcuts to utilities, such as volume control, power options, network strength, and antivirus software.

Question 64

The ____________________ at the bottom of the screen includes applications buttons and the notification area.

Question 65

On a PC, you can check the status of a device and change its settings by typing  ____________________ at the Start screen and selecting Settings.

Question 66

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 2-1 Laura has just purchased a new computer and is excited to start using it. This is Laura's first computer and she is still learning how to use it. Laura is reviewing her work schedule for the week and needs to find her meetings. What is the best way for her to view them from the Start screen?

A) saver her calendar to the Start screen
B) create a live tile
C) call the office and ask for times and dates
D) search online

Question 67

Most of today's computers have ____________________ microprocessors.

Question 68

A(n) ____________________ is an icon that displays a small arrow to indicate that it is simply a link to an application or file.

Question 69

Describe a device driver, what types of devices it works with, and how it functions.

Question 70

A(n) ____________________ is a type of software that can be used to add functionality to the operating system, customize your screen-based work environment, set up communication between the computer and peripheral devices, and enhance your computer's security.

Question 71

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 2-1 Laura has just purchased a new computer and is excited to start using it. This is Laura's first computer and she is still learning how to use it. Laura needs to find the specifications of her computer. She needs to document if her computer is a 32-bit or 64-bit version. She needs to ____.

A) type 32-bit in the search box
B) type System in the Start menu's Search box, then select Settings
C) open the Control Panel and find the Version folder.
D) ask a friend to help her

Question 72

____________________ can be accessed from the Charms menu that appears when you move the pointer to one of the corners of the screen.

Question 73

The ____________________ is a collection of tools for customizing Windows system settings so that you can work more effectively.

Question 74

____________________ pull content from applications or storage areas and display it within the tile.

Question 75

Describe the dual personality of Windows 8 and how it affects the way you work with it.