Control Panel in Windows OS

How is the control panel different from settings in the windows os

The Control Panel in Windows OS is a central location for managing various system settings and preferences. Here are the steps to use the Control Panel:

1. Open the Control Panel: Click on the Start menu button and search for "Control Panel," then click on it when it appears in the search results.
2. Navigate through the Control Panel: The Control Panel is organized into categories such as System and Security, Programs, Hardware and Sound, Network and Internet, etc. Select the category that corresponds to the settings or preferences you want to manage.
3. Change settings: Once you have selected a category, you will see various options to manage the settings and preferences. For example, in the System and Security category, you can manage your security and maintenance settings, manage your power options, and view system information.
4. Customize Control Panel: You can customize the Control Panel by changing the view to Large icons or Small icons. You can also change the Control Panel's appearance by clicking on the "Appearance and Personalization" category.
5. Search for specific settings: If you're not sure which category a specific setting is located in, you can use the search box in the upper-right corner of the Control Panel window to search for it.
6. Close the Control Panel: When you're done making changes, simply close the Control Panel window.

Note: With the introduction of Windows 10, Microsoft has started phasing out the Control Panel in favor of the new Settings app. However, the Control Panel is still available in Windows 10 and will likely continue to be available for the foreseeable future.

Here are the steps to use the Control Panel:

1. Click the "Start" button in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
2. Type "Control Panel" in the search box.
3. Click on the "Control Panel" option in the search results.
4. Once the Control Panel opens, you will see a list of categories such as "System and Security", "Network and Internet", "Hardware and Sound", "Programs", and so on.
5. Click on the category that contains the setting you want to change or manage.
6. Within each category, you will see a list of options related to that category. For example, if you click on "System and Security", you will see options like "Security and Maintenance", "System", "Power Options", etc.
7. Click on the option that you want to manage or change.
8. Follow the instructions on the screen to make the changes.
9. Once you have made the changes, click the "Apply" or "OK" button to save them.
10. You can now close the Control Panel.

Note that depending on the version of Windows you have, the layout and organization of the Control Panel may differ slightly.