Computer Folders and Directories

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What is a folder in a computer?

A storage space or container for many files

What is the current working directory?

The folder that an application runs in

What are folders also called?

Directories

Where are folders created?

On the hard drive (HD) or solid state drive (SSD)

What is the purpose of the 'Documents and Settings' folder?

To store personal files

What is the purpose of the 'system32' directory?

To store Windows utility programs

How can you create a new folder?

By running the File Explorer program and clicking the 'New Folder' icon

What is nesting in the context of folders?

A folder that contains other folders

What is the benefit of using nested folders?

To organize files into hierarchies that make sense

What is the purpose of renaming a newly created folder?

To give the folder a short description

Learn about folders, also known as directories, in computing. Understand how they are used to organize files and how they relate to the operating system and applications.

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