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1. A(n) _____ allows users to communicate with and control their computers.   Operating System  
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2. Microsoft 7 _____ is an operating system version designed primarily for home use.   Home Premium  
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3. Microsoft 7 _____ is an operating system interface that features translucent colors along with various animations.   Aero  
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4. A(n) _____ is hardware and software that you use to control and communicate with your PC.   User Interface  
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5. File Management includes all of the following except:   Copying files  
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6. The _____ shows the name of every computer user on the computer.   Welcome Screen  
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7. You _____ the mouse when you press and release the primary mouse button.   Click  
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8. You _____ the mouse when you move it on the screen until the pointer rests at your selected location.   Point  
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9. Each _____ on a menu performs a specific action.   Command  
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10. Microsoft Windows 7 is the newest version of one of the most popular operating systems.   True  
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11. A mouse is a pointing device.   True  
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12. A graphical user interface is an interface that displays graphics only.   False  
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13. The Standard Buttons toolbar contains commands associated with the My Computer window.   False  
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14. The status bar provides information about the current task and controls for viewing a document Windows 7.   True  
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15. A task pane can remain open while working in a document.   True  
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16. A dialog bar is displayed when Windows 7 needs to supply information to you.   False  
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17. Link is another term for hyperlink.   True  
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18. The Address Bar is located by default in the lower left corner of the screen.   False  
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19. Sleep Command will save all of your work and then shut the computer down.   False  
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20. A __________ is a mini-program that provides continuously updated information, such as weather, news or online auctions.   Gadget  
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21. Use the _____________ button to have the window fill the entire screen.   Maximize  
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22. Click the ____________ button to close the window.   Close  
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23. A ________________ is an input device on which you key in, or type, data.   Keyboard  
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24. _________________ are keys you press to quickly perform a task using the keyboard.   Keyboard Shortcut  
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25. A _________ is a set of computer instructions that carries out a task on the computer.   Program  
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26. A ________________ includes the file name and possibly a directory or folder name.   Path  
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27. A flash memory storage device that plugs into a USB port is called a _________.   USB Flash Drive  
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28. A path that shows the history of where a user has been online or in a heirarchy is referred to as ___________________.   Breadcrumb trail  
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29. ________________ off the computer closes any open programs, allows users to save any unsaved documents, ends the Windows 7 system, and makes the computer available for other users.   Logging  
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30. A _________ is a set of choices, often graphical, arranged in a grid or in a list.   Gallery  
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