Windows 10 Multitasking Tips

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What is the role of an operating system?

To manage computer hardware and software resources (correct)
To edit digital photos
To design computer hardware
To provide internet services

Which company is known for developing Microsoft Windows?

Amazon
Microsoft (correct)
Apple
IBM

On which date was Microsoft founded?

April 1, 1976
June 2, 1979
April 4, 1975 (correct)
May 20, 1980

What is the primary function of the desktop in Windows?

To serve as the main workspace for the computer (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of devices contain operating systems?

Computers, cellular phones, video game consoles, web servers, and supercomputers (A) Signup and view all the answers

What makes Microsoft Windows the most popular operating system in the world?

It comes preloaded on most new personal computers (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do you open applications on your computer using the Start menu?

Click the Start button and choose the desired application (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where do you find the File Explorer icon to manage your files and folders?

On the taskbar (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Snap in Windows?

To resize windows quickly (A) Signup and view all the answers

How do you shut down your computer properly according to the text?

Click the Start button, then choose Power > Shut Down (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you want to see two windows side by side in Windows?

Click and drag the desired window to the left or right until it snaps into place (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where can you adjust important settings like network and display options on your computer?

Settings app accessed from the Start menu (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of ClearType in operating systems?

To fine tune the appearance of text for better readability (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which step should be taken to access the Personalization settings on a Windows computer?

Right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Personalize from the drop-down menu (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a computer system, what is the primary function of the CPU?

Perform arithmetic and logic operations (C) Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the storage capacity of a magnetic disk?

All of the mentioned factors (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can you adjust ClearType text settings on your computer?

Right-click anywhere on the desktop and select Adjust ClearType text (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which component is considered part of the hardware in a computer system?

Peripheral devices (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can you switch between open windows using Flip?

Press and hold the Alt key, then press the Tab key (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is Task view different from Flip in Windows 10?

Task view helps in managing a lot of windows by moving some to virtual desktops (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the shortcut to open Task view in Windows 10?

Windows key+Tab (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can you create a new desktop in Windows 10?

Open Task view and select New desktop (B) Signup and view all the answers

What action should you take if you want to minimize all open windows and see the desktop in Windows 10?

Click the bottom-right corner of the taskbar (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can you switch between virtual desktops in Windows 10?

Drag windows between desktops in Task view (D) Signup and view all the answers