How to open a computer, parts of Windows desktop screen

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COMPUTER – 2ND
QUARTER PRACTICE TEST
I. A. HOW TO OPEN A COMPUTER (pp.88-89). Number the following in
order:
❑ Wait for the system unit to start. Look at the Windows logo or
the “log in” box.
❑ Press the power switch knob on the system unit. Do you see the
LED light?
❑ Plug the power cable. Be sure to touch the plastic or rubber part
only.
❑Check the monitor, mouse and keyboard cables. Are they
attached properly at the system unit ports?
❑ Press the switch knob on the monitor. Do you see the screen
lighted?
❑ Ask your teacher to evaluate your work.
B. HOW TO OPEN A COMPUTER IN A NETWORK (pp. 90 - 91)
❑Wait for the Windows logo
❑Encode your domain.
❑Wait for the next window. Press “Ctrl+Alt+Delete” to logon.
❑Encode your login name
❑Press Enter and wait for the desktop to show up.
C. HOW TO SHUT DOWN THE COMPUTER
❑Click on OK
❑When you see the message: It is not safe to turn off the
computer, wait for the black screen.
❑Click on the Start button.
❑Click on the Shut Down command.
❑Click on the Shut Down option in the Shut Down Windows.
❑Press the switch button of the monitor.
II. ANSWER WITH YES IF THE SENTENCE IS RIGHT. IF NOT, ANSWER
WITH NO.
_________ 1. Press the power switch knob on the system unit.
_________ 2. You need a domain in a network.
_________ 3. All computers have a network.
_________ 4. Open the monitor before plugging the power cable.
_________ 5. Check the cables attached to the ports of the system
unit.

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_________ 6. If the LED at the system unit is lighted, then it
means it is on.
_________ 7. If the monitor screen has no light, it means it is on.
_________ 8. You can start working when you see the Windows
logo.
_________ 9. You need a password when your computer has a
network.
_________ 10. You need to login when you do not have a network.
III. IDENTIFICATION
_________________1. Computers connected to each other or in a
server.
_________________2. Allows you to work with your computer and
controls the programs in a computer.
_________________3. working area
_________________4. starts a program
_________________5. located at the bottom of the desktop and
shows the open programs.
_________________6. small pictures on a desktop
_________________7. background of a desktop.
IV. HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR COMPUTER. Put a √ if it is an
example of caring for your computer and an X if it is not.
❑ Keep your work area clean.
❑ Do not install an anti-virus program.
❑ Keep your warranty information handy and up-to-date.
❑Keep magnets away from your computer and disks. Magnets can
erase information.
❑ Keep liquids as near as possible.
❑ Save your work often.
❑ Do not pull the power cord.
❑ Hold disks and CD-ROMs by the edges.
❑ Expose your PC to rapid temperature fluctuations.
❑ Don't roll your chair over the computer cord.
❑ Close all progams before you shut down your computer.
❑ If you are not going to use the laptop or the computer for the
next two hours, do not shut it down.
❑ Don't bring food or drinks near your computer.
❑ Use and store in a well-circulated area.
❑ Frequently switch it on/off
❑ Dust your computer and shake dirt out of the keyboard.

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❑ Browse the Internet responsibly, visiting only websites you trust
and downloading files and programs only from reliable
distributors.
❑Keep your operating system, anti-virus software, firewall,
spyware and other security programs up to date.
❑ After shutting down your computer, do not disconnect it from its
power source.
V. Windows Desktop Screen