Deck 6: Working With Windows Settings and Accounts

Question 1

To view your computer's Windows Experience Index , look for the Performance Information and Tools link in the Windows Search box or the Control Panel.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Changing to the Right- handed option switches the way the mouse or touchpad buttons function.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The Change PC settings options are primarily relevant for laptop users.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

You can easily change operating system settings on your computer, even if you are working for some business.

Question 5

You can select a(n) screen saver that appears after your computer is idle for a specified period of time.

Question 6

The speed at which your computer is able to display text and images on the screen should be greater than 4.0 for average performance.

Question 7

It is possible to use a computer without a display by narrating what is on the screen.

Question 8

All display devices have a problem with screen burn-in, so it is better to have a screen saver.

Question 9

A standard user account lets you change all computer settings if you are the computer's only user.

Question 10

Even if your portable computer is operating and plugged in, it still is relying mainly on its battery power.

Question 11

Computers in sleep mode consume less power than in hibernate mode.

Question 12

Computers cannot function without a mouse or keyboard.

Question 13

Windows offers two types of user accounts.

Question 14

The Task Manager's Applications tab reports the name and status for each app, background process, and Windows process that is open and running.

Question 15

Many laptop computers have a recommended display resolution that provides the best image quality.

Question 16

The keyboard's sensitivity can be adjusted only by the manufacturer.

Question 17

To view a list of all the printers your computer can access, add new printers, create connections to network printers, and select a default printer, access the Printers and Scanners option from the Control Panel.

Question 18

If the CPU Utilization statistics seem to be frozen at or near 100%, one or more applications might not be responding.

Question 19

In Windows 8, account management tasks are divided between the User Accounts screen and the PC settings screen.

Question 20

A(n) Practical automated power plan gives you full performance when you need it and saves power when your computer is idle.

Question 21

Which of the following icons represents the "Turn off the display" option?

A)
B)
C)
D)

Question 22

All of the following are automated power plans, EXCEPT _____.

A) Balanced
B) Power saver
C) Optimal power
D) High performance

Question 23

In Windows 7, the Search box is displayed as a part of the _____.

A) Start menu
B) Control Panel
C) Start screen
D) Search menu

Question 24

A typical time setting for turning the display off when a computer is plugged in is _____ minutes (for the Balanced power plan).

A) 5
B) 10
C) 15
D) 20

Question 25

A computer is consuming the least power when it is in _____ mode.

A) active
B) hibernate
C) sleep
D) idle

Question 26

Which of the following should you do to see Charms on your screen?

A) click anywhere on the screen
B) move the moue pointer to the corner of the screen
C) right-click the desktop
D) click the Start button

Question 27

_____ allows you to click at the beginning and end of text that you want to highlight instead of holding the mouse button down while dragging over the text.

A) ClickLock
B) SelectLock
C) TextLock
D) HighlightLock

Question 28

Which of the following Charms is an icon for the Settings option?

A)
B)
C)
D)

Question 29

Which of the following is the closest value to the average annual power consumption of a laptop computer?

A) 100 kWh
B) 50 kWh
C) 25 kWh
D) 125 kWh

Question 30

Which of the following icons, displayed as a result of typing in the Search box in Windows 8, links to the Control Panel options?

A)
B)
C)
D)

Question 31

Some system settings require _____.

A) managerial decisions
B) administrator rights
C) user preferences
D) permissions

Question 32

From the Keyboard Properties box, you can increase or decrease the _____, which is the time that elapses after you press a key until your computer starts displaying repeat characters.

A) idle delay
B) repeat start
C) idle start
D) repeat delay

Question 33

Most users prefer to use the _____ setting because it is the fastest way to get the computer ready to use.

A) Do nothing
B) Hibernate
C) Sleep
D) Shut down

Question 34

A computer is consuming power at close to its maximum rate when it is _____.

A) displaying video
B) displaying Windows desktop
C) in sleep mode
D) in hibernate mode

Question 35

Which of the following options is selected by computer manufacturers?

A) Balanced
B) Power saver
C) Optimal power
D) High performance

Question 36

You have to be specially careful when changing _____ settings.

A) display
B) mouse and keyboard
C) network
D) printer

Question 37

The _____ PC settings are primarily relevant for tablet users and for customizing the Start screen.

A) Adjust
B) Select
C) Go to
D) Change

Question 38

Holding down the power button for several seconds _____.

A) turns the computer off
B) puts the computer to sleep
C) restarts the computer
D) makes the computer hibernate

Question 39

Windows offers a variety of tools for _____.

A) customizing your computer
B) selecting a default printer
C) checking the device drivers
D) all of the above

Question 40

All of the following are methods for accessing configuration settings used in Windows 8 EXCEPT _____.

A) pressing the Start button
B) using the Search box
C) accessing the Control Panel
D) using the Change PC settings link

Question 41

In the Ease of Access Center you can make the computer easier to see by _____ the display, increasing the contrast, and removing distracting backgrounds.

A) fading
B) magnifying
C) minimizing
D) shadowing

Question 42

The Devices and Printers option can be used for all of the following EXCEPT _____.

A) to view print jobs
B) to start print jobs
C) to pause printing
D) to cancel printing

Question 43

Actions that require administrator permission are marked with the _____ icon.

A)
B)
C)
D)

Question 44

To change the name of a printer, right-click it and then select _____ from the shortcut menu.

A) Printing Preferences
B) Properties
C) Printer Name
D) Printer Properties

Question 45

The printer you want to use automatically is called the _____ printer.

A) main
B) network
C) default
D) in-use

Question 46

Which of the following Task Manager tabs reports the name and status for each app, background process, and Window process that is open and running?

A) Processes
B) Performance
C) Services
D) Details

Question 47

The Ease of Access Center window is shown in the accompanying figure. Some of the accessibility titles are removed and replaced by callouts. Which callout points to the Start On-Screen Keyboard tool?

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D

Question 48

You can open the Screen Resolution window, shown in the accompanying figure, by _____.

A) double-clicking any blank area of the desktop and selecting Screen resolution
B) right-clicking any blank area of the desktop and selecting Screen resolution
C) selecting Screen resolution from the Start menu
D) all of the above

Question 49

From the Buttons tab in the Mouse Properties box, you can do all of the following EXCEPT _____.

A) change the pointer
B) change to the Left-handed option
C) adjust the double-click speed
D) select ClickLock

Question 50

The Windows Experience Index rates your computer's performance in different categories. Scores in each category for a computer running Windows 8 range from 1.0 to _____.

A) 7.9
B) 8.9
C) 9.9
D) 9.0

Question 51

Computers with at least _____ GB of RAM will have a Memory (RAM) score greater than 5.0.

A) 2
B) 4
C) 8
D) 16

Question 52

You can personalize the look of your Windows desktop by working with all of the following EXCEPT _____.

A) color schemes
B) backgrounds
C) themes
D) resolution

Question 53

The base score of the computer is defined by the _____ subscore.

A) average
B) highest
C) median
D) lowest

Question 54

The Ease of Access Center window is shown in the accompanying figure. Some of the accessibility titles are removed and replaced by callouts. Which callout points to the Start Narrator tool?

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D

Question 55

Which of the following Task Manager tabs shows hardware operational statistics?

A) Processes
B) Performance
C) Services
D) Details

Question 56

Referring to the accompanying figure, which of the following links should be used to adjust display color quality?

A) What display settings should I choose
B) Display
C) Advanced settings
D) Connect to the projector

Question 57

Which of the following display devices do NOT have a problem with screen burn-in?

A) LCD
B) CRT
C) VGA
D) PDP

Question 58

The Windows Experience Index rates your computer's performance in _____ categories.

A) three
B) four
C) five
D) six

Question 59

A user account includes _____.

A) user ID
B) password
C) account type
D) all of the above

Question 60

In the Ease of Access Center you can make the _____ easier to use by adjusting speed, enlarging the pointer, and activating additional hover features.

A) mouse
B) touchscreen
C) keyboard
D) printer

Question 61

You can use the Screen ____________________ window to activate multiple displays.

Question 62

A(n) ____________________ account is designed for situations when you want to allow someone to use your computer without creating a user account.

Question 63

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1 James is setting up user accounts on his new computer. He would like to create several accounts with different privileges. Answer the questions James asks himself. James wants his two brothers to have a(n) _____ account that will allow them to access folders and files they create, use most of the programs that are installed on the computer, and adjust settings that affect their personal view of the Windows desktop. What type of account should he create for them?

A) standard user
B) administrator
C) guest
D) private user

Question 64

The printer you want to use automatically, unless you specify otherwise, is called the ____________________ printer.

Question 65

The Windows ____________________ box is handy for finding where to access a specific group of settings.

Question 66

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1 James is setting up user accounts on his new computer. He would like to create several accounts with different privileges. Answer the questions James asks himself. James wants to be responsible for changing any settings, accessing and changing any other users' accounts, installing software and hardware, and accessing all files on a computer. What type of user account should he set up?

A) standard user
B) administrator
C) guest
D) manager

Question 67

____________________ tools can make a computer easier to use for people who have disabilities or special needs.

Question 68

The ____________________ of power plan events can be adjusted to accommodate the way you work.

Question 69

A desktop ____________________ is a predefined set of colors, sounds, and backgrounds that can transform your desktop from boring to brilliant.

Question 70

From the Keyboard Properties box, you can increase or decrease the ____________________, which is the time that elapses after you press a key until your computer starts displaying repeat characters.

Question 71

____________________ Manager offers a way to get information about your computer's performance.

Question 72

Please describe the three types of user accounts offered by Windows 7:  administrator, standard, and guest.

Question 73

Case-Based Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1 James is setting up user accounts on his new computer. He would like to create several accounts with different privileges. Answer the questions James asks himself. James wants to set up another account that can be used by his friends when they are coming to his house and would like to check their e-mails or view the latest sport news. What type of user account should he set up?

A) non-standard user
B) on-line user
C) Guest
D) Visitor

Question 74

Windows offers three types of automated power plans to help you conserve power and make your notebook computer's battery last longer. Please name and briefly describe each of these power plans.

Question 75

____________________ is an automated power plan that reduces system performance and screen brightness to help you get maximum computing time on each battery charge.