What is the most common English keyboard layout named after its first six letters?
AnswerQWERTY
QWERTY is named after the first six letters on the top letter row.
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7 fact-checked facts about computer users and interfaces, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
In most desktop software, what does the shortcut Ctrl+Z do?
AnswerUndo the last action
Ctrl+Z is the near-universal undo shortcut; Ctrl+C copies and Ctrl+V pastes.
Going deeper
On Unix-like systems, what is the all-powerful administrator account called?
Answerroot
The root account has full control of a Unix-like system, so it is used with care.
What does two-factor authentication require?
AnswerTwo different kinds of proof, like a password plus a code
2FA combines something you know with something you have or are, making accounts harder to break into.
What is a tooltip?
AnswerA small info box that appears when you hover over an item
Tooltips pop up briefly on hover to explain what a button or icon does.
Expert level
In interface design, what does WIMP stand for?
AnswerWindows, icons, menus, pointer
WIMP describes the classic desktop interface style built around windows, icons, menus and a pointer.
In CAPTCHA, what does the first letter 'C' stand for?
AnswerCompletely
CAPTCHA means Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart.
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