True/False
Indicate whether the
statement is true or false.
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An operating system manages hardware, runs applications, provides an interface
for users, and stores, retrieves, and manipulates files.
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2.
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Current versions of Windows use DOS as the operating system.
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3.
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The kernel provides a way for the user to do such things as select music to burn
to a CD, install an application, or change the wallpaper on the Windows desktop.
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4.
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The Windows desktop is itself a folder.
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5.
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System Information can be useful when strange error messages appear during
startup.
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Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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6.
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A(n) ____ is software that controls a computer.
a. | application | c. | interface routine | b. | operating system | d. | ROM routine |
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7.
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In 1986, ____ was introduced and quickly became the most popular OS among IBM
computers and IBM-compatible computers using the Intel 8086 processors.
a. | MS-DOS | c. | OS/2 | b. | Windows | d. | CP/M |
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A ____ interface is an interface that uses graphics as compared to a
command-driven interface.
a. | text | c. | common user | b. | menu-based | d. | graphical user |
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9.
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Vista has a new 3D user interface called the ____ user interface.
a. | Glass | c. | Air | b. | Aero | d. | Shield |
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10.
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A(n) ____ is a low-end inexpensive laptop with a small 9- or 10-inch screen and
no optical drive.
a. | nettop | c. | Internet station | b. | netbook | d. | ultralite |
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A ____ makes it possible to boot a computer into one of two installed
OSs.
a. | hypervisor | c. | dual boot | b. | virtualization layer | d. | quick boot |
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A(n) ____ is the portion of an OS that relates to the user and to
applications.
a. | hypervisor | c. | GUI | b. | interpreter | d. | shell |
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13.
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The OS ____ is responsible for interacting with hardware.
a. | kernel | c. | driver layer | b. | abstraction layer | d. | ring |
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14.
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The ____ interface between the subsystems in user mode and the HAL.
a. | application | c. | primitive | b. | executive services | d. | non-privileged
services |
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A ____ is a single task, such as the task of printing a file, that the process
requests from the kernel.
a. | fiber | c. | process | b. | bundle | d. | thread |
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____ are small programs stored on the hard drive that tell the computer how to
communicate with a specific hardware device such as a printer, network card, or modem.
a. | Abstraction layer | c. | BIOS | b. | Device drivers | d. | Input routines |
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The ____ is normally located at the bottom of the Windows desktop, displaying
information about open programs and providing quick access to others.
a. | taskbar | c. | menu bar | b. | Windows button | d. | task ribbon |
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The ____ is usually on the right side of the taskbar and displays open
services.
a. | status tray | c. | system tray | b. | display area | d. | identification
area |
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A(n) ____ is a program that runs in the background to support or serve Windows
or an application.
a. | interface | c. | daemon | b. | slave | d. | service |
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A ____ is one or more characters following the last period in a filename, such
as .exe, .txt, or .avi.
a. | filename | c. | file version | b. | file extension | d. | file type |
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The ____ dialog box in Windows Vista appears each time a user attempts to
perform an action that can be done only with administrative privileges.
a. | User Account Confirmation | c. | User Access
Control | b. | User Account Control | d. | User Access Confirmation |
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22.
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Windows identifies file types primarily by the ____.
a. | file contents | c. | file extension | b. | resource fork | d. | companion
stream |
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Windows offers two ways to sync files: ____.
a. | Briefcase and Offline Files | c. | Synchronization Tasks and Online
Files | b. | Network Neighborhood and Offline Files | d. | Briefcase and Synchronization
layer |
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From the ____ window, you can change the read-only, hidden, archive, and
indexing attributes of the file.
a. | Open | c. | Status | b. | Attributes | d. | Properties |
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A(n) ____ is a list of items that is used to speed up a search.
a. | database | c. | shortcut | b. | index | d. | block |
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26.
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An applet has a ____ file extension.
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Completion
Complete each
statement.
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27.
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Microsoft did not make a commitment for Windows 2000 to be
____________________-compatible with older software and hardware.
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28.
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____________________ are generally used for Web browsing, e-mail, and word
processing by users on the go.
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29.
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A(n) ____________________ folder is often used to compress files to a smaller
size so they can more easily be sent by e-mail.
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30.
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The ____________________ is a window containing several small utility programs
called applets that are used to manage hardware, software, users, and the system.
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31.
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The ______________________________ gives a wealth of information about installed
hardware and software, the current system configuration, and currently running programs.
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Matching
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Match each term with the correct statement below. a. | Briefcase | f. | Parent folder | b. | Virtual machine | g. | Legacy | c. | Desktop | h. | File attributes | d. | Service pack | i. | Patches | e. | Compressed
folder |
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32.
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The initial screen that is displayed when an OS has a GUI interface
loaded
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33.
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A major update or fix to an OS occasionally released by Microsoft
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34.
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Minor updates or fixes that are released frequently
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35.
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Older hardware and software
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36.
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An environment created by software that works as though it is a standalone
computer system
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37.
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Contains the child folder
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38.
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Creates a folder with a .zip extension
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39.
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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
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40.
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Properties assigned to a file
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Short Answer
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41.
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Discuss the difference between Windows 2000 and Windows NT.
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42.
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Discuss Windows XP as an upgrade for Windows 2000.
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43.
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Discuss Windows 7.
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44.
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Describe Linux.
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45.
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List and describe the four functions of an operating system.
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46.
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Describe a shortcut icon.
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47.
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Describe the purpose of the UAC box in Windows Vista.
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48.
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Explain how to create a file.
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49.
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Explain how to copy or delete files or folders.
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50.
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Explain why it is important to empty the Recycle Bin.
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