Unit 1: Working in Windows – Desktop Components (Vocabulary)

Vocabulary flashcards covering Windows desktop components from the lecture notes.

Icons

Small images on the desktop that act as shortcuts for programs, folders, or files; double-click to open and you can drag them to other places on the desktop.

Wallpaper

The background area of the desktop; can use built-in backgrounds or a personal image as the desktop background.

Start button

Located on the bottom-left corner of the taskbar; opens the Start menu to access installed programs.

Start menu

Menu that appears when the Start button is clicked, listing installed programs.

Search Box

Used to locate programs, folders, or files by typing a keyword and pressing Enter.

Cortana search bar

Search interface beside the Quick Launch bar used to find items on the computer.

Quick Launch bar

Beside the Cortana search bar; provides a quick way to start a program with a single click.

Taskbar

Horizontal bar along the bottom of the screen where apps can be pinned for quick access and switching.

Notification Area

Right side of the taskbar containing icons for battery, volume, network, antivirus, and date/time.