Operating Systems - Vocab Challenge 2

3. A small image displayed on the screen to represent an object.
5. Instead of keeping everything open on the same desktop, you can move some of your windows to a virtual desktop to get them out of the way. And the new Task view feature makes it easy to manage all of your open windows.
7. An operating system from Microsoft Corporation for servers, desktop PCs, laptops, tablets, phones, and other connected devices.
10. Used to open the Start Menu and (Right click) used to access Start settings.
11. A container for programs and files in GUI interfaces.
12. A rectangular bar that is usually located at the bottom of the computer screen. You can use the taskbar to select a program running on your computer.
14. An on screen work area that uses a combination of menus and icons.

1. A program or group of programs that are designed for users to accomplish a specific task. Word processors, web browsers, games, database management programs, presentation programs are a few examples of applications.
2. Allows you to permanently delete the file, you will need to empty the Recycle Bin.
4. Also known as Graphical User Interface. Allows you to visually interact with your computer’s functions in a logical, fun, and easy way.
6. Allows you to choose the window you want.
8. Allows you to resize windows quickly and convenient when you want to see two windows side by side.
9. Instructions that you give to a computer for it to carry out an action. Commands are either typed by using a keyboard or are chosen from a menu.
13. Switches between open windows. To do this press and hold the Alt key on your keyboard, then press the Tab key.