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Workplace Software and SkillsWritten Questions

Written Questions

31 .
Why is the user interface important?
32 .
Why is software important?
33 .
You have been asked to prepare a presentation to introduce yourself to the other participants in the management trainee program. Which program(s) could you use and why?
34 .
Describe the different types of Microsoft files that are commonly used and how each one can be used both by a user and by a business.
35 .
What is the difference between a file and a folder?
36 .
Why would you compress a file?
37 .
Examine your own files and folders. How do you typically name your files and folders? Does your system work for you? How might you improve your file/folder structure and protocol?
38 .
Describe an instance where you needed to work or learn remotely. What tools did you use? How did the experience differ from an in-person meeting? What were the challenges? What were the benefits?
39 .
Why is email still so widely used in businesses today?
40 .
Discuss the benefits and challenges of communicating electronically in a global business world.
41 .
What is the purpose of being able to see document properties in Backstage view?
42 .
How does a command group differ from a ribbon tab?
43 .
What is the advantage of using AutoRecover?
44 .
What are the Workspace apps, and how do they compare with those in Office?
45 .
Explain the difference between Download and Save a Copy in Docs.
46 .
Why would you choose to create a new file using a template instead of starting with a blank document?
47 .
Why do we use videoconferencing?
48 .
Discuss how you see collaboration and teamwork in organizations. What are the challenges? What are the benefits? What are the differences?
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