Windows Operating System Basics Quiz

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What is the most widespread computer operating system?

  • Windows (correct)
  • Linux
  • Mac OS
  • Unix

When was the first version of Windows released?

  • 1985 (correct)
  • 2000
  • 2010
  • 1990

What feature allows users to open graphic windows displaying the contents of electronic folders and files with one click using the mouse button?

  • Efficiency
  • Multi-functionality
  • Speed
  • Visually navigating a virtual desktop (correct)

Which operating system was developed by Microsoft?

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What is a key advantage of modern versions of Windows over previous versions?

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Flashcards

Widespread OS

The most commonly used computer operating system.

Windows release year

The year the first Windows operating system was released.

Visual navigation

A system to easily browse files using graphics and a mouse instead of typing commands.

Windows developer

The company that created the Windows operating system.

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Windows improvement

Modern Windows is faster and more efficient than older versions.

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Operating System

Software that manages computer hardware and software.

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Desktop interaction

Visually interacting with computer files.

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Early GUI

Early graphical user interface features.

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Modern Windows

Current versions of the Windows OS.

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First Windows Version

1985

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Study Notes

Windows Operating System

  • The most widespread computer operating system is Windows.
  • The first version of Windows was released in 1985.
  • The feature that allows users to open graphic windows displaying the contents of electronic folders and files with one click using the mouse button is the graphical user interface (GUI).
  • Windows is the operating system developed by Microsoft.
  • A key advantage of modern versions of Windows over previous versions is increased security and performance.

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