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Alt+Tab (Task switcher)

A keyboard shortcut to quickly switch between open applications.

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Backup

A copy of data stored for recovery purposes.

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File name

The name given to a file for identification.

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Compression

Reducing file size using software.

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Search bar

A tool used to find files or folders by entering keywords.

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Address bar

The field showing the current folder path.

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Local disk (C:)

The main hard drive partition where Windows is installed.

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Folder / Directory

A container used to organize files.

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Alt+Tab (Task switcher)

A keyboard shortcut to quickly switch between open applications.

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Screenshot

A captured image of the entire screen or part of it.

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Task Manager

A Windows tool to view and manage running processes.

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Applications / Programs

Software designed to perform tasks for users.

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