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Using Windows 7

Welcome to the chapter on Using Windows 7 for Class 4. In this chapter, you will learn about the Windows 7 operating system, how to use its features, and how it helps you work on a computer. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to start Windows 7, use the desktop, and open programs easily!

Introduction

Windows 7 is an operating system made by Microsoft. It helps you use your computer and run different programs. The operating system is like the manager of your computer.

Starting Windows 7

  • Press the power button to turn on your computer.
  • Wait for Windows 7 to load. You will see the Windows logo.
  • After loading, you will see the desktop screen.

The Desktop

The desktop is the first screen you see. It has icons, the taskbar, and the Start button.

  • Icons: Small pictures that open programs or files.
  • Taskbar: The bar at the bottom of the screen. It shows open programs.
  • Start Button: The button at the bottom left. Click it to open the Start menu.

Using the Start Menu

The Start menu helps you find and open programs, files, and settings.

  • Click the Start button to open the menu.
  • Select a program or file to open it.
  • You can also shut down or restart your computer from the Start menu.

Opening and Closing Programs

  • Double-click an icon to open a program.
  • To close a program, click the X at the top right corner of its window.

Fun Activity: Explore the Desktop!

Find and name five icons on your desktop. Open the Start menu and look for your favorite program.

Summary

  • Windows 7 is an operating system for computers.
  • The desktop has icons, the taskbar, and the Start button.
  • Use the Start menu to open programs and files.

Practice Questions

  1. What is Windows 7?
  2. Name two things you see on the desktop.
  3. How do you open the Start menu?
  4. How do you close a program?
  5. Where is the taskbar located?

Challenge Yourself

  • Draw and label the desktop screen of Windows 7.
  • List three programs you can open from the Start menu.

Did You Know?

  • Windows 7 was released in 2009!
  • You can change the desktop background to your favorite picture.

Glossary

  • Operating System: The main program that runs the computer.
  • Desktop: The main screen you see after starting the computer.
  • Icon: A small picture that opens a program or file.
  • Taskbar: The bar at the bottom of the desktop.
  • Start Menu: The menu that helps you open programs and files.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. An operating system for computers.
  2. Icons, taskbar, Start button (any two).
  3. Click the Start button at the bottom left.
  4. Click the X at the top right corner of the window.
  5. At the bottom of the desktop screen.

Explore Windows 7 and discover all the things you can do on your computer!

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