Computer Terms

4. a small graphical representation of a program, feature, or file
9. a computer file containing information input by a computer user and usually created with an application
13. a computer suitable for use at an ordinary desk
14. speech meant to inform build or present a new idea/product
15. a long thin box along one edge of a window, which you click on with the mouse to move the text up, down, or across the window
17. to load an operating system (OS) into the computer's main memory or RAM
18. the position indicator on a computer display screen where a user can enter text
19. To copy the document, record or image being worked on to a storage medium
20. press a computer mouse button twice in quick succession to select a file, program, or function

1. a link that points to a computer program
2. an object on a computer that stores data, information, settings, or commands used with a computer program
3. a separate viewing area on a computer display screen in a system that allows multiple viewing areas as part of a graphical user interface ( GUI )
5. the virtual location for applications
6. the narrow strip of icons that shows you which windows are currently open
7. a piece of software that enhances or “extends” the capabilities of a programming language or other applications
8. hold down the left mouse button while moving the mouse (and the object) to a new location on the screen then release the mouse button
10. a key that alters the function of another key if both are pressed at the same time
11. a computer program that can capture, display and manipulate data arranged in rows and columns
12. a set of options presented to the user of a computer application to help them find information or execute a function
16. the act of pressing a computer mouse button once without moving the mouse