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lesson 2.1
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Computer Science
10th Grade
08/27/2009

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Term
operating system
Definition
allows computter to run other software and perform basic tasks,such as communicating between the computer and the user,keeping track of files and folders,and controlling peripheral devices.
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cold boot
Definition
cold boot is when a computer is started by turning the computer on.
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warm Boot
Definition
is when the computer is reset while already on.
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Taskbar
Definition
displays buttons that represent each open file or application.
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Quick launch toolbar
Definition
is used to start frequently used applications with just one click
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notification area
Definition
contains a clock and other icons that display the status of tcertain activities such as printing.
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right-clicking
Definition
means to point to an object and press and release the right mouse button quickly
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title bar
Definition
displays the name of the application and the open document. Drag the title bar to move the window,if needed
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menu bar
Definition
contains the name of drop-down menus that contains commands.
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toolbar
Definition
contains buttons that represent different actions
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minimize button
Definition
is clicked to reduce the application window to a button on the taskbar.
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scroll bar
Definition
is dragged to bring unseen parts of the document into view.
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