Windows 10 Environment and Computer Fundamentals

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to the Windows 10 environment and basic computer concepts.

Start Menu

A menu in Windows 10 that provides access to apps, settings, and other functionalities.

All apps button

Expands the list of apps to show all installed apps in alphabetic sections.

File Explorer

A program that displays the contents of folders and files on your computer.

Action Center

A pane that displays app notifications and commonly used settings.

Recycle Bin

Contains files and folders that are deleted from the hard disk, allowing for recovery until emptied.

Taskbar

Contains buttons to launch programs and shows all open programs, typically located at the bottom of the desktop.

GUI (Graphical User Interface)

An interface that uses graphics and icons to interact with the computer.

Network notification icon

Displays the status of your network connection.

Download

The process of transferring a file from one location to another.

File fragmentation

Occurs when files are broken into pieces that are stored in noncontiguous clusters on the disk.

Disk cleanup utility

A tool that looks for files that can be safely deleted to free up disk space.

System restore

Returns the system to a previous state saved as a restore point in Windows.

Cookies

Small text files stored on your computer by websites to identify users when they return.

Malware

Software designed to be harmful or malicious to computers or networks.

Adware

Software that displays advertisements in pop-ups or banners.

Spyware

Gathers information about a user and sends it to third parties.