Question 1

You can create a shortcut by holding down the left mouse button, dragging the icon to a new location, releasing the mouse button, and then clicking Create shortcuts here on the shortcut menu. _________________________

Accepted Answer

Creating a shortcut typically involves right-clicking the item you want to create a shortcut for, selecting "Create shortcut" or a similar option, and then moving that shortcut to the desired location. The method described does not accurately reflect how shortcuts are created in most operating systems.

Question 2

You have a brand-new monitor and you want to make sure you are getting the most out of it. For this reason, you decide to allocate a block of time to learning more about resolution and researching the best display settings for your monitor. Which of the following is the resolution of most 19-inch standard LCD monitors?

Accepted Answer

According to industry standards, the most common resolution for a 19-inch standard LCD monitor is 1280 x 1024. Option A is a common resolution for older monitors, Option B is a common resolution for smaller laptops, and Option D is a common resolution for larger monitors or gaming setups.

Question 3

The current color is set to ____ by default, which makes window borders and the taskbar use colors as specified in the current theme.

Accepted Answer

The current color being set to "Automatic" allows the system to use the colors as specified in the current theme for window borders and taskbar. This provides a more cohesive and aesthetically pleasing visual experience for the user.

Question 4

You have a brand-new monitor and you want to make sure you are getting the most out of it. For this reason, you decide to allocate a block of time to learning more about resolution and researching the best display settings for your monitor. What is the term for the ratio of the monitor's width to the height?

Accepted Answer

The term for the ratio of the monitor's width to height is the aspect ratio. Therefore, the correct answer is D - aspect ratio.

Question 5

You have a brand-new monitor and you want to make sure you are getting the most out of it. For this reason, you decide to allocate a block of time to learning more about resolution and researching the best display settings for your monitor. What is the term for the particular resolution at which LCD monitors display the sharpest images and clearest text?

Accepted Answer

The term for the particular resolution at which LCD monitors display the sharpest images and clearest text is the native resolution. It is the optimal resolution at which the pixels on the display are arranged in the most natural arrangement, and any other resolution may result in a reduced image quality or distorted images. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the display settings match the native resolution of the monitor to get the best image quality.

Question 6

At higher ____, items appear sharper and smaller on your display.

Accepted Answer

Resolutions refer to the number of pixels or dots that make up an image on a display. Higher resolutions mean that there are more pixels in the same amount of space, resulting in sharper and smaller items on the display. Indices, aspect ratios, and dimensional rates do not directly affect the sharpness or size of items on a display.

Question 7

You can display any picture saved on your computer as your desktop background by right-clicking the picture and then clicking ____.

Accepted Answer

The correct option is to right-click the picture and then click "Set as desktop background" to display it as the desktop background. The other options listed (Wallpaper, Make my Wallpaper, and Background options) are not valid choices.

Question 8

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions ​
You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them.
You want to quickly minimize all the open windows except the one on which you want to focus, and you do not want to minimize them one by one. Which feature is best for this?

Accepted Answer

The "Shake" feature in Windows 10 allows you to quickly minimize all open windows except the one you're currently focusing on by clicking and holding the title bar of the window you want to keep open and "shaking" it back and forth.

Question 9

The ____ section of the taskbar displays program buttons for desktop applications currently running.

Accepted Answer

The middle section of the taskbar displays buttons for currently running desktop applications. The pinned items section shows shortcuts to frequently used programs, the right section displays system notifications and the notification area shows icons for running background applications.

Question 10

You can click a shortcut icon to open the document in the appropriate program. _________________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of You can click a shortcut icon to...

Question 11

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions ​
You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them.
You learn that there is a way to preview open windows without leaving your current window by pointing to a taskbar button to display thumbnails of open files. What is this feature called?

Accepted Answer

This feature is called Peek. It allows you to quickly preview open windows without leaving your current window by pointing to a taskbar button to display thumbnails of open files.

Question 12

You have a brand-new monitor and you want to make sure you are getting the most out of it. For this reason, you decide to allocate a block of time to learning more about resolution and researching the best display settings for your monitor. Which of the following is the resolution of most 22-inch widescreen LCD monitors?

Accepted Answer

The resolution of most 22-inch widescreen LCD monitors is 1680 x 1050. This resolution provides a good balance between screen real estate and pixel density, allowing for clear and detailed images without requiring excessive processing power. Therefore, the best choice is D.

Question 13

When you group files, you can assign a key to the group, which helps you quickly find the file you want. _________________________

Accepted Answer

The answer of When you group files, you can assign...

Question 14

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions ​
You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them.
Which of the following features allows you to quickly minimize all open windows?

Accepted Answer

Peek, also known as Aero Peek in earlier versions of Windows, allows you to quickly minimize all open windows by hovering over the right end of the taskbar, making it easy to view the desktop without closing or minimizing each window individually.

Question 15

The Programs Control Panel category allows you to keep Windows up to date. _________________________

Accepted Answer

The Programs Control Panel category allows you to view and manage the programs installed on your computer, but it does not directly update Windows. Windows updates can be managed through the Windows Update settings in the Control Panel or the Settings app.

Question 16

Most users find settings between ____ to be the most convenient option for how long the computer sits idle before the screen saver starts.

Accepted Answer

Users generally prefer the screen saver to start after a few minutes of idle time so that it does not interrupt their work too frequently. While options A and B are too short for most users to complete a task, option D is too long and may lead to unnecessary energy consumption. Option C, with settings between 3 and 10 minutes, strikes a balance between energy conservation and user convenience.

Question 17

The ____ section of the taskbar contains the Internet Explorer and File Explorer icons by default.

Accepted Answer

The pinned items section of the taskbar is where users can pin frequently used applications for quick access, including Internet Explorer and File Explorer by default.

Question 18

You have a brand-new monitor and you want to make sure you are getting the most out of it. For this reason, you decide to allocate a block of time to learning more about resolution and researching the best display settings for your monitor. Which of the following is a true statement about resolution?

Accepted Answer

At lower resolutions, fewer items fit on the screen but they are larger and easier to see. This is because lower resolutions usually mean the pixels are larger, making everything on the screen bigger and easier to read. This can be useful for individuals with vision problems or for those who prefer larger text and icons on their screen. The other options presented in the question are not true statements about resolution.

Question 19

When you create a screen shot, it is stored in a folder named Screenshots in the Screenshots library. _________________________

Accepted Answer

Screenshots are typically saved in the "Screenshots" folder within the "Pictures" library or directory, not a "Screenshots library."

Question 20

If a live tile becomes too distracting, right-click the tile and then click the Turn live tile off button on the Apps bar. _________________________

Accepted Answer

This is a correct statement.

Quiz 3: Personalizing Your Windows Environment

You can create a shortcut by holding down the left mouse button, dragging the icon to a new location, releasing the mouse button, and then clicking Create shortcuts here on the shortcut menu. _________________________

The current color is set to ____ by default, which makes window borders and the taskbar use colors as specified in the current theme.

At higher ____, items appear sharper and smaller on your display.

You can display any picture saved on your computer as your desktop background by right-clicking the picture and then clicking ____.

The ____ section of the taskbar displays program buttons for desktop applications currently running.

You can click a shortcut icon to open the document in the appropriate program. _________________________

When you group files, you can assign a key to the group, which helps you quickly find the file you want. _________________________

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them. Which of the following features allows you to quickly minimize all open windows?

The Programs Control Panel category allows you to keep Windows up to date. _________________________

Most users find settings between ____ to be the most convenient option for how long the computer sits idle before the screen saver starts.

The ____ section of the taskbar contains the Internet Explorer and File Explorer icons by default.

When you create a screen shot, it is stored in a folder named Screenshots in the Screenshots library. _________________________

If a live tile becomes too distracting, right-click the tile and then click the Turn live tile off button on the Apps bar. _________________________

Quiz 3: Personalizing Your Windows Environment

You can create a shortcut by holding down the left mouse button, dragging the icon to a new location, releasing the mouse button, and then clicking Create shortcuts here on the shortcut menu. _________________________

The current color is set to ____ by default, which makes window borders and the taskbar use colors as specified in the current theme.

At higher ____, items appear sharper and smaller on your display.

You can display any picture saved on your computer as your desktop background by right-clicking the picture and then clicking ____.

The ____ section of the taskbar displays program buttons for desktop applications currently running.

You can click a shortcut icon to open the document in the appropriate program. _________________________

When you group files, you can assign a key to the group, which helps you quickly find the file you want. _________________________

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions ​ You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them. Which of the following features allows you to quickly minimize all open windows?

The Programs Control Panel category allows you to keep Windows up to date. _________________________

Most users find settings between ____ to be the most convenient option for how long the computer sits idle before the screen saver starts.

The ____ section of the taskbar contains the Internet Explorer and File Explorer icons by default.

When you create a screen shot, it is stored in a folder named Screenshots in the Screenshots library. _________________________

If a live tile becomes too distracting, right-click the tile and then click the Turn live tile off button on the Apps bar. _________________________

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions You know that Windows 10 has a variety of taskbar tools that you can use to manage the desktop, so you decide to experiment with them to learn about them. Which of the following features allows you to quickly minimize all open windows?