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- 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.
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- 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.