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Which keyboard key is used to move to the beginning of the current line?

  • Delete
  • Insert
  • Home (correct)
  • End

Which of the following best describes hybrid distance education?

  • False
  • True (correct)

Through which menu is it possible to add page headers?

  • Insert (correct)
  • Review
  • View
  • Home

Which keyboard shortcut is used to switch between open applications in Windows?

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Which of the following describes RAM best?

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Which keyboard shortcut is commonly used to redo an action?

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What is the appropriate term that refers to the organization of files and folders in Windows?

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Which best defines the documents that templates are available for?

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Which of the following is considered an input device?

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Which type of computer is specifically designed for individual use?

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Which is correct about desktop version of WebEx?

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Can documents be saved as a web page?

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How many main icons are featured on the Quick Access toolbar?

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Which storage type is most likely to be used by smartphones?

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The 'All Apps' list on the Windows Start Menu displays which of the following?

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Which keyboard shortcut is used to undo an action in Microsoft Word?

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Which device is able to read and write data?

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Which of the following describes a key component of asynchronous learning?

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Is it possible to replace part of the text within a document?

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Which of the following is used by Winodws for managing storage structures and browsing files?

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Which of the following is NOT a power option in Windows 10?

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Which software provides an interface to operate a computer?

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Which of the following platforms is classified as an LMS?

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What best describes Cortana?

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Which of the following describes the correct way to launch Microsoft Word 2016?

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Where can the user go to find information on Windows' system settings?

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Which is not a file extension used for word documents?

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Which part of the CPU performs arithmetic and logical operations?

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Which best describes Google Chrome in an operating system?

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The data that requires electricity to be retained is in:

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What software manages hardware resources?

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What types of formatting can be controlled from Word 2016?

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Is the correct name for the feature in Windows 10 that hides the taksbar until hovered over 'Auto-hide'?

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Which storage space in a computer is used for processing and storing data?

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What are pieces of text that appear in boxes separate from the Document called?

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What can you set when preparing a page for printing?

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Which of the following operations systems is open-source?

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Which computer is used in most homes?

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How do you insert a page break?

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Of the following, which is NOT an essential part of successful distance learning?

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Which shortcut can be used to show or hide the Preview pane?

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Flashcards

What is the function of the 'Home' key?

Press this key to move to the beginning of the current line.

What is hybrid distance education?

A learning approach that combines online and in-person instruction.

How to add page headers?

Use the Insert tab to add headers to pages.

Switching applications shortcut

Press Alt + Tab to switch between running applications.

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Is RAM permanent memory?

A type of memory that requires continuous power to maintain stored information.

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Redo shortcut

To redo an action, use the shortcut CTRL + Y.

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File organizing term

Organizing files and folders in Windows involves sorting.

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Template document example

Resumes are a type of template for various documents.

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Keyboard: input or output?

A keyboard is not an output device.

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Computer designed for individual use

A microcomputer is designed for individual use.

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WebEx desktop version

WebEx includes a desktop version.

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Saving document as webpage

Yes, documents can be saved as webpages.

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Icons in Quick Access toolbar

It is true that the Quick Access toolbar has three main icons.

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Smartphone storage

Smartphones use flash memory for data storage.

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The function of All Apps list

The All Apps list shows every installed application.

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Undo action in Word

Press Ctrl + Z to undo an action in Word.

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Reading and writing device

A hard disk can both read and write data.

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Asynchronous learning

Students learn at their own pace with tasks assigned.

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Modifying document text

Replacing parts of the text can modify text.

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Windows file management

Windows uses the Navigation pane for file management.

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Common power options in Windows

The Hibernate option it's a power option in Windows 10.

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Software with a computer interface

System software provides an interface to operate the computer.

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What is Moodle classified as?

Moodle is a Learning Management System (LMS).

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Cortana's role

Cortana is a voice-activated digital assistant.

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How to start Microsoft Word 2016

You can start Word by selecting it from the Start Menu.

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Windows system info

Find detailed Windows system information in System Settings.

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Word document extension

".xls" is NOT a file extension for Word documents.

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CPU component for calculations

The arithmetic and logic unit (ALU) in the processor does the operations.

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Not an OS

Google Chrome is NOT an example of an operating system.

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Volatile Memory

RAM (Random Access Memory) requires electricity to retain stored data.

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Hardware manager software

System software manages hardware resources.

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Text formatting in Word

Text formatting includes changing the size, color and shape.

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Hiding the Taskbar

Auto-hide hides the taskbar when not in use.

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Working memory

Computer memory is the storage space where data is processed.

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What are comments in a document?

Comments are pieces of text outside the main document content.

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Print preparation settings

Set margins when preparing a page to print.

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Which OS is open source?

Linux is an open-source operating system.

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Home computer

Desktop PCs is most commonly used in homes

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Insert page break

Press Ctrl + Enter to insert a page break in Word.

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Study Notes

  • The attempt was reviewed on Saturday, 15 March 2025, with a start time of 12:56 PM, and completed at 12:57 PM, taking 15 seconds.

Moving the Cursor

  • "Home" can be used to move to the beginning of the line.

Blended Learning

  • Hybrid distance education is a type of blended learning.

Microsoft Word

  • Page headers may be added through the "Insert" tab.
  • Ctrl + Y is used to redo an action.
  • Templates are available for various types of documents, including CVs and legal contracts.
  • The "Home" tab contains text formatting options.
  • To insert a page break, press Ctrl + Enter, or go to Insert > Page Break.
  • You can control page's views in Word 2016 through the View Tab

Windows

  • Alt + Tab switches between open applications.
  • The term for organizing files and folders is "Sorting".
  • The All Apps list on the Windows Start Menu displays all installed applications.
  • A Windows feature called "Auto-hide" hides the Taskbar until hovered over.
  • Windows uses the Navigation pane for managing storage structures and browsing files.
  • "Hibernate" is not a power option in Windows 10.
  • To customize desktop icons in Windows, go to Settings.
  • "Windows Key + M" minimizes all windows.
  • To customize the Windows display language, use Language settings.
  • The default location of the Taskbar in Windows 10 is Bottom.
  • To cascade all open windows, right-click on the Taskbar and select "Cascade Windows".

Memory

  • RAM is not a permanent memory, is a temporary data storage, and requires electricity to retain the data.
  • ROM is typically built into the motherboard and is permanent.
  • Data that requires electricity to be retained is in RAM.

Computing and Storage

  • A microcomputer is designed for individual use.
  • A supercomputer is commonly used for scientific research.
  • Flash memory is used in smartphones for data storage.
  • A hard disk is the device that can both read and write data
  • A keyboard is not an output device.
  • 1 gigabyte equals 1024 MB.

File Extensions and Formats

  • .xls is not a file extension that can be used in Word documents, .jpg is a file extension for an image.
  • It is possible to save a document as additional types of file, such as a web page.
  • The default file format for Word documents is .docx.

File Explorer

  • The app in Windows that allows customization of appearance, colors, and themes is Personalization.
  • File Explorer’s primary purpose is to Manage files and folders.

Cloud

  • Google Drive is an example of cloud storage.

Computer Components and Functions

  • The part of the CPU that performs arithmetic and logical operations is the ALU.
  • An operating system handles computer resources and files.
  • The CPU stands for Central Processing Unit.
  • The main function of a computer is to accept input, process data, and produce output.

Learning Environments

  • Asynchronous learning involves students learning on their own schedule with assigned tasks.
  • Moodle is classified as an LMS.

Malware

  • Spyware is designed to collect user data without consent.

Task Manager

  • The Task Manager displays CPU, memory, and disk usage.

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