Computer File and Internet Usage

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What is the 'AppData' folder?

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The 'AppData' folder is normally hidden and contains information about each application used on the computer, even after the application has been deleted.

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What does the 'Contacts' folder contain?

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The 'Contacts' folder contains the details of any contacts saved by the user.

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What is the purpose of the 'Desktop'?

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The 'Desktop' is the screen users see when they log on, used to store documents and shortcuts for quick access. It also contains the 'Recycling' or 'Trash' folders for deleted files.

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What is the 'Downloads' folder used for?

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The 'Downloads' folder is the default location where files downloaded from the World Wide Web are first saved.

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What does the 'Favourites' folder contain?

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The 'Favourites' folder contains web locations of sites saved by the user for quick access from their browser.

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How is the 'Links' folder used?

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The 'Links' folder is used similarly to the 'Favourites' folder but for the File Explorer instead of the web browser.

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Where do applications tend to save data by default?

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Applications tend to save data by default in the 'Documents', 'Photos', 'Music', and 'Videos' folders.

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What information does the 'Searches' folder contain?

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The 'Searches' folder contains details about all searches carried out by the user on the computer, attached drives, or through network and Internet connections.

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What is Internet History?

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Internet History is a record maintained by browsers detailing the names of sites visited and the time they were visited, unless 'Private Viewing' is turned on.

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What can Internet History reveal?

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Internet History can reveal online behavior, web-based email usage, online banking, and stored usernames and passwords.