Computer Test
Which OS does not provide users with a GUI?
MSDOS
Windows 1.0 was not considered to be a "true" operating system but rather an operating environment because ____.
windows 1.0
This OS integrated the processing power of Windows NT with the easy-to-use GUI of Windows 98.
windows 2000
The newest Windows OS that provides a faster startup and new system search tools is called ___.
windows 7
This OS was basically an upgrade to Windows 98 that was designed for home users.
windows ME
This OS introduced a very cool GUI that had animations and transparencies.
windows vista
Why was Windows 1.0 considered an operating environment rather than an operating system?
Because it was only a shell; MS-DOS was still the operating system.
What tasks do most operating systems preform? (4 answers)
Control hardware access, Manage files and folders,Provide a user interface, and Manage applications
What OS is most commonly used by businesses?
Microsoft
What items are usually found in the system tray?(3 answers)
antivirus setting, battery status, and volume
The Windows taskbar is generally found ____.
at the bottom of the screen
How do you close a file?
click in the X at the top right and close
What are the steps describe saving a newly created file?
click on save icon, name the file, select save
How do you print a document?
click on the print icon and select print
An ellipse (three dots) following a menu item indicates that ____.
clicking on the item will display a dialog box
A ____ is an instruction that tells a computer what to do.
command
Advantages of Linux include_____. (3 answers)
cost, security, and the ability to twerk the application
This type of program creates records.
data base
This type of utility moves data around so that the pieces of files can be stored next to each other on a computer disk.
defragmentation
This is the main work area on a Mac.
desktop
How can the Finder window be selected?
double click on any folder
If you want help using drawing, word processing, and email programs, the best place for you to find it is through the start menu. T/F
false
Linux does not provide a GUI for its users. T/F
false
One difference between Windows 3.0 and Windows 2.0 was that users could no longer use MSDOS commands to operate their computers. T/F
false
The desktop of computers running the same OS all look the same. T/F
false
The taskbar can display a maximum of ten items.T/F
false
Which application begins to run when a Mac is booted up?
finder
These are pictures that you can click on to tell your computer what to do.
icons
The system tray contains _____.
icons representing software that are running when the computer is on
What are the common features provided by most GUIs?
icons, desktops, menus, and windows
What features are provided by most GUIs?(4 answers)
icons, desktops, menus, and windows
Disadvantages of Linux include _____. (3 answers)
learning curve, hardware and software systems, and costumer service
Which of the following may present a problem for Linux users?
need to configure OS
What was the most notable contribution of Windows 3.11?
networking capability
______ has code that is freely available for use or modification.
opening source software
This type of program organizes information so it can be displayed to an audience.
presentation
What does the taskbar contain? (3 answers)
start button, quick launch, and the system tray
Programs can be opened from ____.
start menu, desktop, all programs, and sub menu
This type of program does not display images.
text editor
When an item in a menu is gray, it means that ____.
the item is unavailable
The arrow nest to All Programs indicates _______.
the presence of a sub menu
Why should you delete files from your computer?
to improve your productivity and to increase the computers efficiency
The commands available from a change depending upon what you are doing. T/F
true
The start menu on Windows computers changes based on actions performed by their users. T/F
true
Users can add items to the Windows desktop. T/F
true
How long do deleted items remain in the Recycle Bin?
until it is emptied
Which of the operating systems listed below was the last to be released?
windows vista
