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    A file is an object that stores data and contains a collection of related information.

                     In a computer, files can be various types, such as text documents, spreadsheets,
                     presentations, pictures, music or even movies. Each file is represented by an icon,

                     which allows you to quickly identify its type.

                     A computer usually has many files and organising them properly helps you find
                     what you need more easily. The proper arrangement of files is referred to as file
                     management and files can be arranged into folders for better organisation.

                                             Text file      Spreadsheet file       Presentation file

                     A Folder is like a file cabinet in which you can keep your files. There are thousands

                     of files in your computer. Instead of storing every file in your computer’s hard disk,
                     you can arrange them into folders.

                     Folders are used to store and organise files and other sub folders. A folder within a

                     folder is called a subfolder. Sub folders are basically created by the users.
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                           The word ‘file’ derives from the Latin filum (‘a thread’).

                           File’ was used in the context of computer storage as early as January 1940.

                            WORKING WITH FILES AND FOLDERS

                     When you install any program, it creates its own folder on your hard disk where

                     it keeps most of its files. This helps your computer system to find the right files to
                     use when running a program. Keeping files organised in folders can also help when

                     you are working with your PC. You can use folders to sort your files into separate

                     categories. Here is a list of some of the common folders in which you can store
                     your file/folder.

                        Documents: This folder is mainly used to store Writer files, Calc files, Impress

                        files and other business oriented files.

                        Pictures: This folder is used to store all your digital pictures that can be copied
                        from a camera or downloaded from the Internet.

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