Year 3 ICT Revision Questions (Autumn Term)

What is the main function of an operating system?

• To manage and provide weather updates

• To manage computer hardware and software which makes the computer to function correctly

What are folders used for in an operating system?

• To organize and store files

• To cook food

• To send emails

• To play music

What do icons represent on the Desktop of an operating system?

• Shortcuts to files, folders, or applications

• Decorative images

• Temporary files

• System settings

How do you create a new folder on the Desktop?

• Right-click on the Desktop, select 'New' and then 'Folder'

• Press the 'Delete' key on the keyboard to create a new folder

• Left-click on the Desktop, select 'New' and then 'Folder'

What is the role of the Desktop in an operating system?

• Provides the primary user interface or background

• Controls the power supply to the computer

• Manages the network connections

What happens when you double-click on a folder on the Desktop?

• The folder will disappear from the Desktop

• A new folder will be created on the Desktop

• The folder will open from the desktop.

What is the function of the Recycle Bin on the Desktop?

• To temporarily store deleted files and folders before they are permanently removed from the computer.

• To speed up the computer

• To organize files and folders

• To play music and videos

How do you delete a file from the Desktop?

• Open the file and select 'Erase' from the menu

• Double-click the file and press 'Delete' on the keyboard

• Right-click and select 'Delete'

Fill in the missing word

Cold booting and ________ booting

• Dry

• Warm

• Hot

Fill in the missing words

Cold booting or pressing the _________

• Enter button

• Power button

• Mouse button