Using a Computer (Grade 10 NSC Matric Computer Application Technology): Flashcards

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Operating a Computer
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Booting

Process when computer loads OS & checks components work properly

Purpose of login credentials

Identify authorised users & prevent unauthorised access

GUI (Graphical User Interface)

Visual interface using windows, icons & menus for interaction

Double-click mouse action

Opens files or programmes

QWERTY

Standard keyboard layout named after first 6 letters in top row

Operating System (OS)

System software that manages communication with your computer

Start button location

Bottom-left corner of desktop

Taskbar

Control centre along bottom of screen for computer activities

Recycle Bin function

Temporarily stores deleted files; can restore them

Window control buttons location

Top-right corner of every window

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