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The first part of the name assigned to a file. In DOS, the filename can be no more than eight characters long and is followed by the file extension. In Windows, a filename can be up to 255 characters. | filename |
A directory or folder contained in another directory or folder. Also called a child directory or folder. | folders |
An interface that uses graphics as compared to a command–driven interface. | graphical user interface |
The low–level part of Windows 2000/XP/Vista, written specifically for each CPU technology, so that only the HAL must change when platform components change. | HAL |
The portion of an OS that is responsible for interacting with the hardware. | kernel |
A Windows 2000/XP/Vista “privileged” processing mode that has access to hardware components. | kernel mode |
A low–end, inexpensive laptop with a small 9 or 10 inch screen and no optical drive that is generally used for Web browsing, email, and word processing by users on the go. | netbook |
An area to the right of the taskbar that holds the icons for running services; these services include the volume control and network connectivity. Also called the system tray or systray. | notification area |
Software that controls a computer. An OS controls how system resources are used and provides a user interface, a way of managing hardware and software, and ways to work with files. | operating system |
A software license that only manufacturers or builders of personal computers can purchase to be installed only on a computer intended for sale. | original equipment manufacturer license |
An update to software that corrects an error, adds a feature, or addresses security issues. Also called an update or service pack. | patches |
A drive and list of directories pointing to a file such as C:\Windows\System32. | path |