Lesson 10 - Operating System Customization

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

____	1.	You can access operations to change your system preferences and settings through the Control Panel.

____	2.	You can use the Programs category of the Control panel to check for Windows updates and view Windows security features.

____	3.	If the computer on which you are working is networked, you may not have permission to change all the Control Panel settings.

____	4.	You can use the Date and Time category to add the Clock gadget to the desktop.

____	5.	Computer viruses are programs attached to a file and run when you open the file.

____	6.	In Mozilla Firefox, the feature that helps detect phishing sites is called SmartScreen Filter.

____	7.	Phishing sites attempt to deceive you into revealing personal or financial information.

____	8.	If a security lock icon appears in the browser’s status bar, the site is safe, as phishing sites cannot display these devices.

____	9.	SaaS is a delivery method where software is provided through the Internet or a network.

____	10.	If an installation program freezes, press the Shift+Alt+Del keys to open the Task Manager.

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.

____	1.	The accompanying figure shows the ____.
a.	Start menu	c.	Task Manager	
b.	Control panel	d.	Taskbar	

____	2.	The System and Security category of the Control Panel includes the ability to perform all of the following tasks, EXCEPT: ____.
a.	troubleshoot common problems	c.	check firewall status	
b.	view a network and its devices	d.	view the amount of RAM	

____	3.	The options in the ____ category help you to synchronize with other computers.
a.	System and Security	c.	Network and Internet	
b.	Hardware and Sound	d.	Programs	

____	4.	The options in the ____ category help you to manage devices such as printers.
a.	System and Security	c.	Network and Internet	
b.	Hardware and Sound	d.	Programs	

____	5.	The options in the ____ category help you to uninstall software.
a.	System and Security	c.	Network and Internet	
b.	Hardware and Sound	d.	Programs	

____	6.	To set parental controls, use the ____ category of the Control Panel.
a.	System and Security	c.	Appearance and Personalization	
b.	User Accounts and Family Safety	d.	Programs	

____	7.	To set the screen resolution, use the ____ category of the Control Panel.
a.	System and Security	c.	Appearance and Personalization	
b.	User Accounts and Family Safety	d.	Programs	

____	8.	The right side of the accompanying figure shows the ____.
a.	notification area	c.	Control Panel	
b.	Start menu	d.	task pane	

____	9.	UAC stands for User ____ Control.
a.	Access	c.	Account	
b.	Activation	d.	Administrator	

____	10.	____ is software that secretly monitors your computer activity.
a.	SmartScreen	c.	Adware	
b.	A virus	d.	Spyware	

____	11.	Which of the following is NOT true about spyware and phishing?
a.	A Web address that starts with “http” is a secure site.	
b.	Spyware often infects your computer when you visit certain Web sites or download a free program.	
c.	Phishing sites look like official sites.	
d.	All of the above are true.	

____	12.	____ settings are the settings that affect the entire computer.
a.	Program	c.	System	
b.	Computer	d.	Windows	

____	13.	If you do change a setting that makes your system unstable, you can use Windows System ____.
a.	Restore	c.	Reinstall	
b.	Resume	d.	Reveal	

____	14.	Which of the following is NOT true about installing and uninstalling software?
a.	Software often includes an uninstall option.	
b.	If the installation media is on a CD or DVD, you should make a backup on an external hard drive.	
c.	You might want to e-mail yourself the product key for your software.	
d.	All of the above are true.	

____	15.	Which of the following is NOT true about upgrading software?
a.	If an upgrade is made available, most likely it is to fix problems or enhance existing features.	
b.	An upgrade may cause compatibility problems.	
c.	If you register with the software manufacturer, you may be notified of upgrades by e-mail.	
d.	An upgrade is generally free.	

____	16.	The Startup program for a software installation is typically called ____.
a.	startup.exe	c.	setup.exe	
b.	install.exe	d.	Any of the above.	

Nate is installing software and troubleshooting problems.

____	17.	When he inserts an installation CD into his computer, the ____ program runs automatically.
a.	Startup	c.	Uninstall	
b.	Install	d.	Program Compatibility Wizard	

____	18.	He runs the ____ because the installed program does not display.
a.	Startup	c.	Setup	
b.	Install	d.	Program Compatibility Wizard	

Richard wants to customize his computer settings.

____	19.	Richard uses the ____ category to view the amount of RAM installed.
a.	Hardware and Sound	c.	Programs	
b.	System and Security	d.	Appearance and Personalization	

____	20.	Richard uses the ____ category to set the power options.
a.	Hardware and Sound	c.	Programs	
b.	System and Security	d.	Appearance and Personalization	

Lesson 10 - Operating System Customization
Answer Section

TRUE/FALSE

	1.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-192

	2.	ANS:	F	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-193

	3.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-196

	4.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-198

	5.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	6.	ANS:	F	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	7.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	8.	ANS:	F	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	9.	ANS:	T	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-209

	10.	ANS:	F	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-211

MULTIPLE CHOICE

	1.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-192

	2.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-193

	3.	ANS:	C	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-194

	4.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-194

	5.	ANS:	D	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-194

	6.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-195

	7.	ANS:	C	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-195

	8.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-199

	9.	ANS:	C	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-202

	10.	ANS:	D	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	11.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-203

	12.	ANS:	C	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-205

	13.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-205

	14.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-206

	15.	ANS:	D	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-206

	16.	ANS:	D	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-211

	17.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-211	TOP:	Critical Thinking

	18.	ANS:	D	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-211	TOP:	Critical Thinking

	19.	ANS:	B	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-193	TOP:	Critical Thinking

	20.	ANS:	A	PTS:	1	REF:	Mod 1-194	TOP:	Critical Thinking