Shared Flashcard Set

Details

lesson 2.1
vocabulary
12
Computer Science
10th Grade
08/27/2009

Additional Computer Science Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
operating system
Definition
allows the computer to run other software and to preform basic tasks, such as communicating between the computer and the user, keeping track of files and folders, and controlling peripheral devices.
Term
cold boot
Definition
a cold boot is when a computer i started by turning the computer on.
Term
warm boot
Definition
a warm boot is when the computer is reset while already on.
Term
taskbar
Definition
displays buttons that represent each open file or application.
Term
quick launch toolbar
Definition
is used to start frequently used applications with just one click.
Term
notification area
Definition
contains a clock and other icons that displays the status of certain activities such as printing.
Term
applications
Definition

also called software, applications software , or programs, are written by professional programmers to preform specific tasks.

Term
right clicking
Definition
means to point to an object and press and release the right mouse button quickly.
Term
title bar
Definition
displays the name of the application and the open document.drag the title bar to move the window, if needed.
Term
menu bar
Definition
contains the name of the drop-down menus that contain commands.
Term
minimize button
Definition
is clicked to reduce the application window to a button on the taskbar.
Term
scroll bar
Definition
is dragged to bring unseen parts of the document into view.
Supporting users have an ad free experience!