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Quiz 2 Study Guide - Windows Tut1



True/False
Indicate whether the sentence or statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

Windows 98 gets its name from the rectangular work areas, called "windows," that appear on your screen.
 

 2. 

The most common pointing device is called a mouse.
 

 3. 

In Windows 98, some objects are selected when you simply point to them, others when you click them.
 

 4. 

You can right-click practically any object to view options associated with that object.
 

 5. 

Pointing devices were originally designed with two buttons, and now an extra button and wheels have been added to some.
 

 6. 

The easiest way to switch between programs is to use the buttons on the status bar.
 

 7. 

Windows 98 works more efficiently when only the programs you need are open.
 

 8. 

The Shut Down option logs you out of Windows 98, leaves the computer turned on, and allows another user to log on without restarting the computer.
 

 9. 

A window contains controls for manipulating the window and for using the program.
 

 10. 

A program button on the taskbar appears pressed when the program is inactive.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 11. 

The ____ is software that helps the computer carry out basic operating tasks such as displaying information on the screen.
a.
desktop
b.
Internet
c.
graphical user interface
d.
operating system
 

 12. 

____ buttons let you enlarge, shrink, or close a window.
a.
Window management
b.
Dimension
c.
Resolution
d.
Sizing
 

 13. 

The ____ provides a visible control for changing the size of a window.
a.
window menu.
b.
sizing handle.
c.
resize manager.
d.
window command panel.
 

 14. 

A(n) ____ acts as an "on-off" switch, like a light switch, that is either checked (turned on) or not checked (turned off).
a.
status indicator
b.
activity indicator
c.
toggle
d.
Both A and B
 

 15. 

A(n) ____ is a key or combination of keys that you can press to activate the menu option without actually opening the menu.
a.
access key
b.
menu convention
c.
keyboard shortcut
d.
bullet
 

Essay
 

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