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Guide to Software
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01/09/2014

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What typre of software is used to control a computer?
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Operating System
Term
Whcih Windows utility program lists errors and issues that need attention?
Definition
Action Center
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What is the name of the interface that uses graphics as compared to a command-driven interface?
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graphical user
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Windows 7 and Vista provides a new 3D user interface called the ____ user interface?
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Aero
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Which part of the Windows diplay shows information avout open programs and provides quick access to others?
Definition
taskbar
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Which of the following storage devices can be divided into partitions that can have one or more volume?
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hard drive
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Which part of the path o a file indicates how the file is organized or formatted?
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File extension
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What is another name for the notification area in Windows?
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system tray
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A _____ is a convenient way to access several folders in different locations from one central location?
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library
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What is the maximum number of characters allowed in a filename path?
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260
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Which attribute is used to hide a file so that it does not appear in the directory list?
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Hidden
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Which edition of Windows 7 only offers the 32-bit version?
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Starter
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The _____ is usually on the right side of the taskbar and displays open services?
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system tray
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What is another namce for several small utility programs that are found in the Control Panel?
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applets
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A ____ is one or more charcters following the last period in a filename, sush as .exe, .txt, or .avi?
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File extension
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The ____ dialog box in Windows appears each time a user attemps to perform an acton that can be done only with administrative privleges?
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User Account Control
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Which Windows 7 editino is intended for business user and allows you to purchase multiple site licenses?
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Windows 7 Professional
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Which type of OS should you install for best performance when you have enough RAM?
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64 bit
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What is it called when software is used to simulate the hardware of a physical computer?
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virtual machine
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A ___ boot allows you to install the new OS without disturbing the old on so you can boot to either oS.
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dual
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What type of installation should you perform id you want to install a 64-bit version of Windows on a computer that already has a 32-bit OS installed?
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clean install
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What is the name of the directory database that controls access to a Windows Server Domain?
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Active Directory
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Where should a user disable virus protection setting that might prevent the boot area of the hard drive from being altered?
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BIOS setup
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Which network location option means that Network Discovery is turned off and yo cannot join the homegroup or domain?
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public network
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For some brand-name computers, the Hard drive contains a ____ partition that can be used to reinstall Windows.
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hidden recovery
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The ____ is used to change motherboard settings, finds a boot device, and contains instruction for running essential hardware before an OS is started.
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BIOS
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In a Windows domain, where is the centralized database kept?
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domain controller
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In a Windows ____, each computer maintains a list of users and their rights on that particular computer.
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workgroup
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A Windows Domain is a type of ____ network, which is a network where resources are managed by a centralized computer.
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client/server
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Which of the following is used to uniquely identify a computer on a network?
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IP address
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What important information is needed if you are installing an OEM version of Windows 7?
Definition
product key
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After installation, how many days do yo have to activate Windows 7?
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30
Term
For optimal performance, how much free space does Windows need on a hard drive?
Definition
15%
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Which hard drive type contains spinning platters?
Definition
floppy hard drives
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What is Pagefile.sys used for in Windows?
Definition
virtual memory
Term
What is another name for a file allocation unit?
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cluster
Term
How often does Windows 7/Vista automatically defragment a hard drive?
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once a week
Term
Use the ___ command to rearrange parts of files on the drive so they are contiguous.
Definition
Defrag
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To make sure the drive is healthy, you need to search for and repair file system errors using the Windows ____ utility.
Definition
Chkdsk
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A snapshot of the system setting and configuration is called a _____.
Definition
restore point
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______ creates restore points at regular intervals and just before you install software or hardware.
Definition
System Protection
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What is the fourth partition on a hard drive called?
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extended partition
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Besides backing up user data or system files, you can also back up the entire volume on which Windows 7 is installed using _____.
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Backup and Restore
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Which partition is the ootable partition that startup BIOS turns to when searching for an operating system to start up?
Definition
active partition
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If you enter a command and want to terminate its execution before it is finished, you can press _____ to do so.
Definition
Ctrl+Break
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The ____ command creates a subdirectory under a directory.
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MD
Term
A dynamic disk requires ____ MB of storage for the disk management database.
Definition
1
Term
You can use _____ to convert two or more basic disks to dynamic disks.
Definition
Disk Management
Term
Which of the following file extensions are hidden just after Windows is installed?
Definition
.exe, .com, and .txt
Term
Which of the following are valid types of user accounts in Windows?
Definition
administrator and standard
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Which of the following are all attributes that can be set on folders or files in Windows?
Definition
Hidden, read-only, and indexing
Term
When troubleshooting a Windows problem, which of the following websites are recommended to use?
Definition
support.microsoft.com, windows.microsoft.com, and technet.microsoft.com
Term
Which of the following features area available in Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition?
Definition
Schedule backups and Windows Media Center
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Which of the following Windows 7 64-bit version editions could be installed on a computer that has 16 GB of RAM?
Definition
home premium, professional, and ultimate
Term
Which of the following commands are used by the USMT software?
Definition
scanstate and loadstate
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Which of the following status indicators apply only to dynamic disks?
Definition
Foreign drive and Health (At Risk)
Term
Which of the following are file systems supported by Windows that you can choose for volumes and drives that don't hold the Windows installation?
Definition
FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS
Term
Which of the following are recommendations for freeing up disk space on a hard drive?
Definition
Uninstall software you no longer use and Use drive compression
Term
Which of the following Windows settings are critical for keeping the system protected from malware and hackers?
Definition
Network location setting, Antivirus software, and Windows updates
Term
The initial screen that is displayed when an OS has a GUI interface loaded
Definition
Desktop
Term
A tool that lists errors and issues that need attention
Definition
Action center
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Small programs stored on the hard drive that tell the computer how to communicate with a specific hardware device
Definition
device drivers
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A utility that can be used to solve a failed network connection
Definition
Network and Sharing center
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Can give you a quick look at what hardware and software is installed
Definition
System window
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A directory that is housed inside another directory
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child directories
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Creates folder with a .zip extension
Definition
Compressed folder
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Creates a folder that can be used to sync up files in this folder with its corresponding folder on another computer
Definition
Briefacese
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Properties assigned to a file
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File attributes
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Found on the left side of the Windows Explorer of Computer window
Definition
Navigation pane
Term
Contains instruction for running essential hardware devices before an operating system is started
Definition
system BIOS
Term
Software that simulates the hardware of a physical computer
Definition
virtual machine
Term
A network where resources are managed by centralized computers
Definition
client/sever network
Term
Overall structure an OS uses to name, store, and organize files on a volume
Definition
file system
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The directory database used by Windows Server to control resources on a network
Definition
Active directory
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A network that is manged by each computer without centralized control
Definition
peer-to-peer network
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A copy of an entire hard drive that includes Windows 7, drivers, and applications that are standard to all the computers that might use that copy
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standard imaage
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Used during an unattended installation
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answer file
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A server automatically installs a new image or OS upgrade to a computer when a user is not likey to be sitting at it
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push automation
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Contains a list of OS command that are executed as a group
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batch file
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Rearranges files on the drive into as few segments as possible
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Defragmenting
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Searches for bad sectors on a volume and recovers the data from them if possible
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Chkdsk utility
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Used to enhave the amount of RAM in a system
Definition
Virtual Memory
Term
A hidden file stored in the root directory of drive C
Definition
Pagefile.sys
Term
An extra copy of data or software file that you can use if the original file becomes damaged or destroyed
Definition
Backup
Term
Snapshots of the system and include Windows system files that have changed
Definition
restore points
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A volume that can be accessed by way of a folder on another volume so that the folder has ore available space
Definition
Mounted drive
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Can span more than one hard drive
Definition
Dynamic volumes
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Can be partitioned and formatted as a stand-alone hard drive
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Basic disk
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Overall structure an OS uses to name, store, and organize on a drive
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File system
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