Computer Basics Quiz 2

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1. How would I open an Icon on the desktop? 

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The correct answer is "I would double click on the icon and wait patiently till it opens." This is the most appropriate and common method to open an icon on the desktop. Double clicking on an icon is the standard way to launch an application or file on a computer. Waiting patiently until it opens is also important as it may take some time for the program to load and open.

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Computer Basics Quiz 2 - Quiz

This quiz tests foundational knowledge in computer basics, covering the desktop environment, taskbar functionality, and system navigation.

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2. What does quick launch allow you to do on the taskbar? 

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3. How do you make a folder?

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To make a folder, you need to right-click on the desktop and select "New" from the options that appear. Then, choose "Folder" to create a new folder on the desktop.

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4. Which one of these buttons has a dual function?

1.         2.       3.

Explanation

Button 2 has a dual function because it can perform two different actions or tasks.

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5. What is one way that you can change the name of a folder?

Explanation

To change the name of a folder, one way is to right click on the folder and then go to rename. This action will bring up a text field where you can enter a new name for the folder.

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6. Where is the Taskbar generally located on the desktop?

Explanation

The Taskbar is generally located at the bottom of the desktop. This is the default position for the Taskbar in most operating systems, including Windows. Placing the Taskbar at the bottom allows for easy access to frequently used applications, system notifications, and the Start menu. It also provides a consistent and intuitive user experience, as users have become accustomed to finding the Taskbar at the bottom of the screen.

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7. Which one of the images below is considered the desktop?

         
         1.                                   2.                                           3.

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The correct answer is 1 because it is the image that is shown first in the question and is labeled as the desktop. The other images, 2 and 3, are not labeled as the desktop and therefore are not considered the correct answer.

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8. What are the parts of the Taskbar?

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The correct answer is "Start menu, quick launch, taskbar, system tray". The start menu is a menu that provides access to various programs and features on the computer. The quick launch is a toolbar that allows users to quickly launch their most frequently used programs. The taskbar is a bar that displays the open programs and allows users to switch between them. The system tray is an area on the taskbar that displays the time, date, and icons for background programs and system notifications.

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How would I open an Icon on the desktop? 
What does quick launch allow you to do on the taskbar? 
How do you make a folder?
Which one of these buttons has a dual function?...
What is one way that you can change the name of a folder?
Where is the Taskbar generally located on the desktop?
Which one of the images below is considered the desktop?...
What are the parts of the Taskbar?
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