Question 1

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.

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Question 2

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 ____.

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Question 3

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

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Question 4

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

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Question 5

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

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Question 6

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?

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Creating a live tile for her calendar on the Start screen will allow Laura to easily view her meetings and schedule directly from the Start screen without needing to navigate through multiple applications.

Question 7

Most of today's computers have ____________________ microprocessors.

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Question 8

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

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Question 9

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

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Question 10

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.

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Question 11

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 ____.

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To find out if a computer is running a 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows, one can type "System" in the Start menu's Search box and then select "System" or "System Information" from the search results. This action opens a window that lists the system specs, including whether the operating system is 32-bit or 64-bit.

Question 12

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

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Question 13

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

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Question 14

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

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Question 15

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

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Quiz 2: Looking at Windows