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Comp - Windows Voc-
Vocabulary about Microsoft Windows
| Vocabulary Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| folders | storage area used in windows for files |
| Desktop | appears at boot up and contains icons |
| Icon | shortcut, symbol, or a picture that represents a program or application. |
| Start Button | opens the start menu and accesses programs. |
| My Computer | displays all drives connected to your computer so you can access the drives. |
| Shortcut | allows you to open an application without going through the start menu. |
| Help | allows you to get assistance from windows. |
| Recycle Bin | stores any deleted files |
| Shut Down | turns off your computer safely. |
| Log Off | disconnects you from the network. |
| Legend Bar | information bar that divides the window into columns when in a detailed window. |
| Object | displayed as a picture and is a icon, drive, program, etc.... |
| GUI | Graphical User Interface - object that appears as pictures - user friendly. |
| Network Neighborhood | only appears when connected to a network, by clicking it allows you to access the network. |
| Active Window | Window that appears on top of any other open window and it has the blue bar at the top. |
| Hypertext Link | takes you to another location, usually blue. |
| Pop Out Menu | appears on the side of an existing menu. |
| Toolbar | represents shortcuts for menu items. |
| Window Shade Menu | drop down menu |