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Windows 7
major features of Windows 7, comparison between windows 7 with previous vista and XP operating system, discussion of performance improvements
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12th Grade
10/05/2012

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Term
Windows 7
Definition
latest version of a series of Operating Systems that Microsoft has produced for personal computers
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Aero Flip 3D
Definition
sorting through open Windows, interface that makes your visual interaction with desktop fun & easy
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Aero Peek
Definition
makes your open windows transparent so you may see your desktop
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ctrl+logo+tab or logo+tab
Definition
command for aero flip 3d
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logo + G
Definition
command to make gadgets appear
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Alt+tab
Definition
command to preview taskbar
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logo + spacebar
Definition
command to Aero Peek
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logo + Home
Definition
command to let main window remain open
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logo + D
Definition
command that minimizes windows to view desktop
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Aero Snap
Definition
command using the two-headed arrows then dragging the open application upwards or downwards to desktop ceiling or floor
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aero shake
Definition
command that requires shaking any open application (except dialog boxes) three times
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Graphical User Interface
Definition
allows user to visually interact with computer's functions in a logical, fun, and easy way
Term
improved...

-Start Up, Sleep and Resume performance
-power management (saves memory and battery life)
-back up
-gadgets (advanced calculator functions including saving history)
-networking via Home Groups
Definition
Give five improvements for Vista ad XP users
Term
-new Taskbar and System Tray
-"Quick Desktop View" button
Definition
Give two desktop improvements for Vista and XP users
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Four: Documents, Pictures, Music, and Videos
Definition
How many default categories are there in the Libraries folder? What are they?
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improved file access and organization
Definition
What do Libraries improve?
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Action Centre
Definition
used for system maintenance, back-ups, troubleshooting, etc.
Term
-New wallpaper and themes
-New premium games
Definition
Give two "new" features of Windows 7?
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Windows Mail
Definition
Windows Live replace __________
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Passkey
Definition
_____ protection with networks
Term
customization
Definition
User Account ______ of notifications
Term
Windows Live
Definition
Windows Mail is replaced by _______.
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Computer, My Documents
Definition
____ and ______ are removed from desktop and accessed through Start Menu
Term
Yes, it's located at the taskbar.
Definition
Is there a new start icon on Windows 7?
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Quick Launch
Definition
__________ Toolbar has been replaced by pinning a program to the taskbar
Term
Search
Definition
There is a _______ Bar in the Start Up Menu.
Term
Run
Definition
"____" command is accessed through the Start Menu's Search Bar
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Parental
Definition
______ Controls for monitoring computer use
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Jump Lists
Definition
allows you to right-click on an icon in the taskbar and immediately access items like music, videos, or web pages that you use on a regular basis
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Pin
Definition
allows you to place programs on the taskbar and rearrange the order of the icons as you wish
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Alert Centre
Definition
allows you to control the alerts and pop-ups you receive regarding maintenance and security
Term
20
Definition
decrease Start Up and Shutdown times by ___ seconds
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Device
Definition
______ Stage for recognizing USB devices faster
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Search Bar
Definition
feature that allows you to instantly see a list of relevant options grouped by categories with highlighted keywords and text
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Libraries
Definition
allows you to organize files in one place so they are easy to search and access
Term
Desktop Gadgets
Definition
select or download gadgets (slideshow, calendar, weather update, stocks and feed headliens) to add to your desktop
Term
device plug-ins
Definition
Cameras, mobile phones, and flash drives are called _______.
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Device Stage
Definition
When you put device plug-ins into the computer, a window will open up with a menu of popular tasks, status information, and options for your device.
Term
Windows Live Essential
Definition
free software that enhances the Windows 7 experience
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Windows Live Essential
Definition
replaces Windows Mail and allows you to email, instant message, edit photos, blog, etc.
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Home Group
Definition
allows you to connect two or more PCs on a home network in order to easily share and access files and printers
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Windows Touch
Definition
use with a touch-screen PC to browse and flick through screen using your fingers with multi-touch tehcnology
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Remote Media Streaming
Definition
access your music, pictures and video stored on your home PC remotely using the Internet
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Aero Peek
Definition
allows you to peek at items in your taskbar for a thumbnail preview
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Aero Peek
Definition
transparent applications to view desktop
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