Microsoft Office Companion Lesson 1

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application

Back 1

A software program used to perform a specific task.

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close

Back 2

To terminate the use of an open file but leave the program window open.

Front 3

dialog box launcher

Back 3

A small arrow in the corner of a group on a tab that provides access to a dialog box.

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exit

Back 4

To shut down a program, freeing up memory and resources for your computer to form other tasks.

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file extension

Back 5

A unique suffix added to a filename that indicates the program on which it was created.

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Help

Back 6

A resource that can assist in performing a task.
It can access online content.

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Help Desk

Back 7

A group of computer professionals who are able to troubleshoot and solve computer issues.

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mini toolbar

Back 8

A task-specific toolbar that appears and disappears depending on the action you are performing.

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operating system

Back 9

The program that controls the basic operation of your computer.
ex: Microsoft Windows Vista

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print

Back 10

To create a hard copy of a document.

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program window

Back 11

The main work area, where you will enter, format, and edit information.

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Quick Access Toolbar

Back 12

A toolbar at the top of the program window that contains buttons for saving, undoing, and redoing tasks.

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Ribbon

Back 13

A bar with several tabs that group command buttons into related categories.

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save

Back 14

To store the update you have made to your document and keep the file with its current name and in its current location.

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save as

Back 15

To save a document for the first time, with a new filename or a different location to retain the original file.

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ScreenTip

Back 16

A window that displays when you move the mouse over a button that says the name of the button and any keyboard shortcuts.

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scroll bars

Back 17

A bar used to move up and down in the screen when there is more information that can be viewed at once.

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status bar

Back 18

A bar at the bottom of the program window that includes options for changing the view or navigating in your file.

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suite

Back 19

A group of programs, such as Microsoft Office, with different functions, which are designed to work together to share information and create a variety of files.

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zoom

Back 20

To change the magnification of a document.

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Microsoft Access

Back 21

A database application that enables you to organize, manipulate, and analyze information such as addresses and inventory data.
It stores info in fields/records and created reports.

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Microsoft Excel

Back 22

A spreadsheet application that enables you to work with text, numbers, and formulas to create tables, worksheets, and financial documents.
Analyzes data in rows and columns and displays data in charts and graphs.

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Microsoft Outlook

Back 23

An e-mail and scheduling application that enables you to to manage e-mail, appointments, tasks, contacts, and events efficiently.
A personal info manager that lets you send and receive e-mail and keep track of appointments.

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Microsoft Publisher

Back 24

a desktop publishing application used to create publications such as fliers, brochures, websites, and more.

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Microsoft Word

Back 25

A word processing application that enables you to create and share documents such as letters, memos, and long documents.

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Microsoft PowerPoint

Back 26

A presentation graphics application that allows you to create multimedia slide shows. transparencies, outlines and organizational charts.
Creates slide shows and handouts using text and graphics to accompany a presentation.