Practical Computer Literacy 4e June Jamrich Parsons Dan Oja - Test Bank

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Chapter 5: Getting Started with Windows

 

TRUE/FALSE

 

1. Windows 8 has many of the same characteristics as Windows 7.

 

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1                    REF:   70

 

2. Windows 8, like Windows 7, displays a Start screen. Earlier versions display a Start button.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   71

 

3. Windows 8 comes only in a 32-bit version.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   71

 

4. The Pinned items list is located in the bottom-left area of the Start menu.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

5. When you search in Settings, you can find useful applications that help you to customize some system software.

 

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

6. To rename an icon, right-click the icon and select Rename.

 

ANS:  T                    PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

7. The Notification area displays open, or “running,” programs.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

8. Option buttons are round; several buttons in a set can remain selected.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

9. All Windows updates are downloaded and installed automatically.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   80

 

10. Basic help information is not stored on your computer, and should be downloaded from Microsoft Web site.

 

ANS:  F                    PTS:   1                    REF:   81

 

MODIFIED TRUE/FALSE

 

1. Microsoft released Windows 8 in 2011. _________________________

 

ANS:  F, 2012

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   71

 

2. An asterisk or circle are symbols that hide your user name from onlookers. _________________________

 

ANS:  F, password

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

3. Hovering the mouse pointer over any program in the Start menu displays a list of files that you recently opened using that program. _________________________

 

ANS:  T                                                     PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

4. If your computer has a touchscreen, you can scroll by swiping right or left. _________________________

 

ANS:  T                                                     PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

5. The Windows 8 Search box works with listed applications, such as AccuWeather. _________________________

 

ANS:  T                                                     PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

6. To delete an icon from the desktop, right-click it, then click Cut. _________________________

 

ANS:  F, Delete

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

7. To change the time or date, left-click the displayed time and select Adjust Date/Time. _________________________

 

ANS:  F, right-click

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

8. A(n) command button performs an action as soon as you click it. _________________________

 

ANS:  T                                                     PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

9. Operating system updates are sometimes referred to as patches. _________________________

 

ANS:  T                                                     PTS:   1                    REF:   79

 

10. The Reboot option powers your computer down and then reboots it. _________________________

 

ANS:  F, Restart

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   82

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

1. Which of the following Windows versions displays a Start screen?

a.	Windows XP	c.	Windows 8
b.	Windows 7	d.	Windows Vista

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   71

 

2. Windows displays a(n) _____ screen that shows additional details about your computer.

a.	System	c.	Version
b.	Windows	d.	Operating System

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   71

 

3. When typing each character of your password, you will see a(n) _____.

a.	asterisk (*) only	c.	either a or b
b.	circle (•) only	d.	neither a nor b

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

4. An Ease of access icon activates all of the following special-needs options, except _____.

a.	changing screen resolution	c.	activating an on-screen keyboard
b.	magnifying text and objects	d.	narrating that reads the screen

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

5. Which of the following shows the Ease of access icon on the Windows 7 login screen?

a.		c.
b.		d.

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

6. The Power-down icon in the Windows 7 login screen is located in the _____ corner.

a.	upper-right	c.	lower-right
b.	upper-left	d.	lower-left

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

7. All of the following is an element of the Windows 7 login screen, EXCEPT _____.

a.	icons that represent each of the users	c.	system version and edition
b.	the Easy of access icon	d.	the Start button

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

 

8. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following callouts points to the list of frequently used programs?

a.	A	c.	E
b.	B	d.	C

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

9. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following is pointed to by callout C?

a.	the Pinned items list
b.	a list of frequently used programs
c.	access to a list of programs installed on your computer
d.	quick access to files, system settings, and help

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

10. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following callouts points to the access to user account settings?

a.	A	c.	G
b.	F	d.	D

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

11. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following is pointed to by callout B?

a.	the Pinned items list
b.	a list of frequently used programs
c.	access to a list of installed programs
d.	quick access to files, system settings, and help

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

12. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following is pointed to by callout G?

a.	the Start button	c.	the Pinned items list
b.	the Search box	d.	shut down options

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

13. Hovering the mouse pointer over any program in the Start menu displays a _____.

a.	jump list	c.	Pinned items list
b.	list of frequently used program	d.	search box

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   73

 

14. To start Windows 8, press the power button on your computer, and in a few seconds you will see the _____ Screen, which displays a colorful photo along with the date and time.

a.	Start	c.	Login
b.	Lock	d.	Welcome

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

15. Which of the following shows the logged-in user’s icon displayed on the Windows 8 Start screen?

a.		c.
b.		d.

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

16. To return to the Start screen from any application you have to press the _____ key(s) on your computer keyboard.

a.	Esc	c.	Alt+Delete
b.	Ctrl+Alt	d.	Windows

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

17. In Windows 8, the Start screen includes a built-in _____ function that takes the place of the Windows 7 Start menu.

a.	Get	c.	Open
b.	Search	d.	Start

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

18. When using the Windows 8 Search box, keep in mind that you can alter the search for all of the following specific categories, EXCEPT _____.

a.	Apps	c.	Pinned applications
b.	Settings	d.	Files

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

19. Which of the following is NOT a Listed application?

a.	Internet Explorer	c.	Bing
b.	AccuWeather	d.	Word

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

 

20. The accompanying figure illustrates the screen that appears when you type “word” in the text box. Which of the following is the title of this screen that is missing in this picture?

a.	Search	c.	Programs
b.	Start	d.	Select

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

21. Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following callouts points to the area where the preset search type can be changed?

a.	A	c.	C
b.	B	d.	D

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

22. Message windows displayed on the desktop are also called _____.

a.	application windows	c.	dialog boxes
b.	dialog windows	d.	alert boxes

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

23. To drag a window to a new location on the desktop you should _____.

a.	click anywhere in the window	c.	click the upper-right corner
b.	click on the bottom of the window	d.	click the title bar

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

24. After you right-click an icon on the desktop, you can do all of the following EXCEPT _____.

a.	change the icon	c.	rename an icon
b.	display the properties	d.	delete an icon

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

25. To get a Screen Tip for the icons on the taskbar you should point to it and _____.

a.	click	c.	double-click
b.	wait	d.	right-click

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

26. Which of the following taskbar buttons displays the strength of your wireless connection?

a.		c.
b.		d.

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

27. To customize the taskbar, right-click it and then select _____ from the shortcut menu.

a.	Options	c.	Features
b.	Settings	d.	Properties

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

28. The Windows graphical user interface incorporates _____.

a.	only software	c.	both software and hardware
b.	only hardware	d.	neither hardware nor software

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

29. A(n) _____ is used to select options in situations where multiple options are allowed.

a.	option button	c.	slider
b.	checkbox	d.	command button

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

30. Hardware components of the user interface include all of the following except a _____.

a.	mouse	c.	hard disk drive
b.	keyboard	d.	display

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

31. Which of the following is an example of a split button?

a.		c.
b.		d.

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

32. A group of updates, including those that have been previously released, is called a(n) _____.

a.	service patch	c.	service pack
b.	update pack	d.	service update

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   79

 

33. All of the following are categories of updates EXCEPT _____.

a.	important	c.	optional
b.	recommended	d.	urgent

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   79

 

34. Which of the following update categories offers significant security, reliability, and privacy benefits?

a.	important	c.	optional
b.	recommended	d.	urgent

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   79

 

35. Which of the following options gives you the most security?

a.	Download updates, but do not automatically install
b.	Install updates automatically
c.	Check for updates, but do not download them
d.	Do not update

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   80

 

36. Which of the following options produces a message or notification icon?

a.	Download updates, but do not automatically install
b.	Install updates automatically
c.	Check for updates, but do not download them
d.	Do not update

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   80

 

37. Use the _____ link in the Windows Update window to specify whether you want manual or automatic updates.

a.	Check for updates	c.	Change settings
b.	View update history	d.	Restore hidden updates

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   80

 

38. Which of the following options should be used if you are planning not to use your computer for a short time and want it to reactivate quickly?

a.	Log off	c.	Switch user
b.	Hibernate	d.	Sleep

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   82

 

39. Which of the following options should be used if you are troubleshooting and want to clear memory?

a.	Log off	c.	Restart
b.	Hibernate	d.	Sleep

 

 

ANS:  C                    PTS:   1                    REF:   82

 

40. When using Windows 8, Charms appear _____ of your screen.

a.	on the right	c.	on the top
b.	on the left	d.	on the bottom

 

 

ANS:  A                    PTS:   1                    REF:   82

 

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions

 

Case 5-1

Gabriel is learning how to access information about Windows features when using Windows 8 or Windows 7. His brother Maxwell, who has some experience with these operating systems, is ready to answer some of the questions he has. Choose the answers Maxwell would give.

 

41. What is your gateway to Windows manuals, FAQs, and troubleshooting wizards?

a.	Microsoft Technical Support	c.	Windows Online Support
b.	Windows Help and Support	d.	Windows Forum

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   81                  TOP:   Critical Thinking

 

42. If the Help and Support Center does not link you to the information you need you can _____.

a.	search for user groups
b.	search for online forums
c.	search for relevant online articles and videos
d.	all of the above

 

 

ANS:  D                    PTS:   1                    REF:   81                  TOP:   Critical Thinking

 

43. Which of the following icons on the Help and Support window would you click to adjust Online Help settings, and be able to get search results from Microsoft’s Web site?

a.		c.
b.		d.

 

 

ANS:  B                    PTS:   1                    REF:   81                  TOP:   Critical Thinking

 

COMPLETION

 

1. Your Windows ____________________ is associated with user rights that monitor who is allowed to access various programs and data files.

 

ANS:  password

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   72

 

2. To start Windows 8, press the power button on your computer, and in a few seconds you will see the ____________________ Screen.

 

ANS:  Lock

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

3. To return to the Start screen from any application, press the ____________________ key on your computer keyboard.

 

ANS:  Windows

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   74

 

4. While looking at the Windows 8 Start screen, you can activate the Windows 8 ____________________ box by typing the first few letters of the item you are looking for.

 

ANS:  Search

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   75

 

5. The Windows ____________________ is the backdrop for many of the tasks you perform on your computer.

 

ANS:  desktop

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   76

 

6. The ____________________ is located at the bottom of the Windows desktop and holds a variety of buttons.

 

ANS:  taskbar

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   77

 

7. The Windows graphical user interface incorporates ____________________ and software.

 

ANS:  hardware

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   78

 

8. Operating system ____________________ become necessary to maintain compatibility with new equipment and technologies.

 

ANS:  updates

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   79

 

9. Windows lets you choose how you want to receive and ____________________ updates.

 

ANS:  install

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   80

 

10. To access information about Windows features, type ____________________ at the Windows 8 Start screen.

 

ANS:  Help

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   81

 

ESSAY

 

1. Please briefly describe the following three categories of updates: Important, Recommended, and Optional.

 

ANS:

– Important updates offer significant security, reliability, and privacy benefits. They should be installed as soon as they become available.

– Recommended updates pertain to non-essential problems and enhancements. Although installing these updates is not critical, they are typically installed at the same time as important updates.

– Optional updates include updated drivers and Microsoft applications, which are typically not required for secure and efficient operation of your computer system.

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   79                  TOP:   Critical Thinking

 

2. Please briefly describe the following shut down options: Log off, Switch user, Sleep, and Hibernate.

 

ANS:

– You can use the Log off option or Switch user option in situations where multiple users access the computer. The Log off option leaves the computer on, but closes your files so that the next person who logs on cannot access them. Switch user is applicable if you want to stay logged in while another person also uses the computer.

– Use the Sleep option when you’re planning not to use your computer for a short time and want it to reactivate quickly. Sleep mode keeps open programs and data files in memory, but puts the computer into a low-power state.

– The Hibernate option saves a record of the programs and files that you have open, but closes them before turning off the computer. When you next turn on the computer, your session is restored.

 

PTS:   1                    REF:   82                  TOP:   Critical Thinking