Windows Operating System Concepts

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Settings App

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A Microsoft Windows operating system app used to perform various system-level tasks, including user account management, computer device management, and network administration.

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Firmware

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A program that has been attached to a permanent location in either the Start menu or the Taskbar for easier access.

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Display Settings

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Windows settings that affect the appearance of graphical elements on the monitor.

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Device Driver

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Software used by a computer operating system to communicate with and operate computer hardware, such as printers, scanners, and hard drives.

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Printing Options

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Options that define how a document should be printed, including number of copies, page orientation, margins, and page size.

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Utility Software

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Software that analyzes, configures, and optimizes the computer.

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Start Menu

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The location in the Microsoft Windows operating system where programs, system settings, files and folders, and devices can be quickly accessed.

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Taskbar

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The bar at the bottom of the screen in the Microsoft Windows operating system. The taskbar contains the Start button, pinned application shortcuts, and the notification area.

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Operating System

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The main software program that controls computer processing, software application execution, and integration and operation of computer peripherals, devices, and hardware.

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Windows 10

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An operating system released by Microsoft in 2015. Microsoft Windows Version 10 was preceded by Windows 7 and 8.