Desktop
What is the main screen of the operating system called?
The desktop
What is a user account?
A profile with personal settings and files
What are windows in a computer system?
Boxes that show programs or files
What do the icons on the desktop represent?
Shortcuts to programs, files, or folders
Which user type has the most control?
Administrator
What icon do you click to close a window?
The X button
What happens when you click on a shortcut?
It opens the program or file
What can a guest user do?
Use the computer but not change settings
What does the minimize button do?
Hides the window without closing it
What is the difference between a shortcut and a file?
A shortcut links to a file, it’s not the real file
What happens if you don’t set a password for the admin account?
Others can access all settings and files
How can you resize a window?
Drag the edges or corners
Why is it useful to organize desktop icons?
To find programs and files faster.
Why is it helpful to have more than one user account?
To keep each person’s settings and files separate
How can you move a window across the screen?
Click and drag the top bar