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- 3. The process of running a virtual instance of a computer system on its own partition, creating a software-based version of something such as an application, server, network, or storage.
- 6. An operating system interface that allows a user to interact with the computer by displaying text on a screen and accepting input from the keyboard. Primarily by IT and other tech professionals.
- 9. A computer program that makes it so people, hardware, and software can interface with each other in a meaningful way.
- 12. A common issue where the software starts running more slowly than usual and every command the computer makes may be delayed by a few seconds or longer.
- 16. A Windows utility that lets you view and control peripheral devices and other hardware components.
- 17. The Linux shell command that lets you delete a file
- 19. The way in which the content of a file is organized. Often, a file type is indicated by the file extension such as .jpg, .gif, .png., .mp3, .wav, .wma, .mp4, .avi, and .wmv.
- 22. Software that analyzes, configures, and optimizes the computer, including backup software, compression software, disk cleaners, and antivirus software.
- 24. The Windows PowerShell command that lets you create a folder
- 29. A simple program that's written directly into the motherboard's hardware used to initiate hardware in the booting process.
- 30. A Windows utility that lets you perform tasks such as shutting down applications that are not responding, viewing which processes and applications are using system resources, viewing network usage, and disconnecting users who are accessing the system.
- 34. A common issue in which software stops running properly, forcing you to exit and reopen the program.
- 35. A role of the operating system that helps keep storage devices well organized and maintained.
- 36. In Windows, its an application that organizes the settings and customizes how the computer looks and functions.
- 38. A journaling file system that allows you to choose which users or groups can access files and folders.
- 40. Refers to the order in which the computer looks for a device from which to launch an operating system (like Windows or macOS) or an operating system installer
- 43. A role of the operating system that runs processes or programs automatically in the background. These programs are services that perform functions like indexing files for better searches, verifying that software is up to date, and backing up files.
- 44. A role of the operating system that manages applications or programs that are installed on a system.
- 47. The folder permissions allow the user to change permissions, take ownership, and delete subfolders and files as well as perform actions permitted by all other NTFS folder permissions.
- 48. The folder permissions allow the user to navigate through folders to reach other content, even if the user doesn't have permissions for that content. They can also perform all actions permitted by the Read and List Folder Contents permissions.
- 49. The rules of etiquette that should be observed while using computer networks, such as the internet.
- 50. The Linux shell command that lets you create a file
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- 1. A file that acts like a computer but in reality only exists virtually as opposed to physically.
- 2. A database that stores settings for the operating system and other programs.
- 4. An operating system interface that allows a user to interact with the computer by displaying pictures, icons, and other images on a screen to represent files, folders, and system controls and by accepting input from a mouse or a touch screen.
- 5. Preinstalled, read-only software on a device that tells it how to work.
- 7. A role of the operating system that requires users to log in with their credentials before accessing sensitive information on the computer. It also manages antivirus and antimalware software to prevent malicious files from accessing the computer.
- 8. A device or computer that connects client computers to printers.
- 10. Software, organizations can store and analyze relevant customer data
- 11. A kind of software that can harm a computer and compromise security.
- 13. A Setting App option in Windows that has various tools that allow you to modify the screen display, view the computer's specifications, modify or uninstall applications, and configure other system preferences
- 14. A windows OS utility utility, which lets you view and change all the keys in the registry, giving users greater control over their computers.
- 15. Where the BIOS settings are stored.
- 18. A printer that is attached to one computer but allows printing access to multiple computers and devices connected to the same network.
- 19. A Windows utility that lets you view, open, copy, move, and otherwise manage your files and folders
- 20. A Setting App option in Windows that lets you change the way the display looks on the monitor.
- 21. A feature of the Windows operating system that keeps the system up to date.
- 23. The primary Windows 10 backup feature. It is available from the Update & Security option in the Settings App.
- 25. An electronic repository of information. Enables businesses to store huge amounts of data about their employees, customers, and product inventory.
- 26. A test that ensures that all the system's hardware is in working order before loading the operating system. During this test, an error message may display on the screen notifying you of the faulty component.
- 27. Software that allows an operating system to communicate with hardware devices, such as printers, video cards, scanners, and cameras.
- 28. An issue in which software problems cause the system to crash completely, possibly forcing the entire system to restart. This can cause data loss.
- 31. A graphical boot tool that is utilized to configure the BIOS for the end user, offering several advantages including faster booting, supporting larger hard drives, and providing more security features.
- 32. The printer that print jobs will be automatically sent to unless you manually specify a different printer.
- 33. The methods and structures that an operating system uses to organize files on a storage device like a hard drive.
- 37. A role of the operating system that determines the hardware that is connected to the system, interprets instructions from the hardware, and sends instructions to it.
- 39. A file or set of files that have been submitted to a printer.
- 41. The process of tracking changes to a file so that a file can be repaired or restored in case of file corruption or data loss.
- 42. The use of user and file attributes that control which users can read, write, move, or delete each file.
- 45. The Linux shell command that lets you copy files and folders
- 46. A container that holds print jobs that are waiting to be sent to a printer that may be too busy to accept the print job.