| Subject | English | Icelandic |
| comp., MS | active document window | gluggi virks skjals (In an environment capable of displaying multiple on-screen windows, the window containing the document that will be affected by current cursor movements, commands, and text entry) |
| comp., MS | active window | virkur gluggi (The window in which a user is currently working or directing input. An active window is typically at the top of the Z order and is distinguished by the color of its title bar) |
| comp., MS | browser window | vafragluggi (A window that serves as an interface between the user and the browser) |
| comp., MS | command prompt window | skipanakvaðning (A window that mimics an old MS-DOS display for typing command-line instructions) |
| comp., MS | document window | skjalagluggi (In windowing environments, such as the Apple Macintosh and Microsoft Windows, an on-screen window (enclosed work area) in which the user can create, view, or work on a document) |
| comp., MS | inactive window | óvirkur gluggi (In an environment capable of displaying multiple on-screen windows, any window other than the one currently being used for work. An inactive window can be partially or entirely hidden behind another window, and it remains inactive until the user selects it) |
| comp., MS | message window | skilaboðagluggi (A window which displays a particular message for the user) |
| comp., MS | Microsoft Windows Software Explorer | Microsoft Windows hugbúnaðarvafri (A tool in Windows Defender that can be to used change how a program runs on the computer if the program is causing a problem) |
| comp., MS | palette window | litaspjaldsgluggi (A modeless secondary window that displays a toolbar or other choices, such as colors or patterns) |
| comp., MS | pop-up window | sprettigluggi (A window that appears when an option is selected. Typically, the window remains visible until the mouse button is released) |
| comp., MS | powered by Windows Live | knúið af Windows Live (Pertaining to a process, tool, etc. that is enabled by Windows Live) |
| comp., MS | primary window | aðalgluggi (The window in which the main interaction with an object takes place) |
| comp., MS | Query window | Fyrirspurnargluggi (A window in which you work with queries in Design view, Datasheet view, SQL view, or Print Preview) |
| comp., MS | refresh Windows | endurstilla Windows án þess að fjarlægja gögn notanda (To reset the Windows operating system using a method that restores PC settings to defaults but retains a user's files and personalization touches) |
| comp., MS | reset Windows | endurstilla Windows (To reset the Windows operating system so that all user customizations are removed) |
| comp., MS | Windows AC | Prófunarborð Windows (A tool in the Windows ADK that uses assessments to create jobs that evaluate quality and view the results after a job runs. The Windows AC can also package a job and other necessary files, save the files in a folder that contains an executable file, move the job to another computer, and then run the job on the new computer) |
| comp., MS | Windows activation | virkjun Windows (The process of activating Windows) |
| comp., MS | Windows Activation Client | Virkjunarforrit Windows (The application that helps the user to activate a Windows product with Microsoft) |
| comp., MS | Windows Anytime Upgrade | WAU (An upgrade option that allows users to upgrade from one edition of Windows to another by purchasing the upgrade online. It is enabled by Software Licensing Services (SLS) technology which allows a digital lincense to determine what features are enabled or disabled allowing Microsoft to sell either additional licenses or product upgrades through digital licenses (PUP-DL). Customers may either buy full packaged product (FPP) or upgrade quickly and conveniently electronically) |
| comp., MS | Windows Assessment Console | Prófunarstjórnborð Windows (A tool in the Windows ADK that uses assessments to create jobs that evaluate quality and view the results after a job runs. The Windows AC can also package a job and other necessary files, save the files in a folder that contains an executable file, move the job to another computer, and then run the job on the new computer) |
| comp., MS | Windows Assistance Online | Veftengd aðstoð Windows (A World Wide Web version of Windows Client Help) |
| comp., MS | Windows Backup | Windows öryggisafrit (A file backup feature of Windows Vista that performs scheduled incremental backups of data to the target media. It also allows the user to restore an individual file or a group of files) |
| comp., MS | Windows Basics | Grunnatriði Windows (A tutorial outlining basic Windows features, workflow and information) |
| comp., MS | Windows button | Windows-hnappur (A tablet hardware button with the Windows logo on it that's similar to the Windows key on a keyboard. Pressing the Power and Windows buttons simultaneously is the equivalent of pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del) |
| comp., MS | Windows Calendar | Windows-dagbók (An app to facilitate the management of events) |
| comp., MS | Windows Call | Windows-myndsími (An app for making video calls) |
| comp., MS | Windows Camera | Windows-myndavél (An app to facilitate the capture of photos and videos by using the PC) |
| comp., MS | Windows Certification Program | Windows-vottunarkerfið (A certification program to ensure that devices, systems, and apps are compatible, reliable, and can perform to meet Windows standards) |
| comp., MS | Windows Communications Apps | Windows-samskiptaforrit (The download package that includes People, Messaging, Mail, and Calendar) |
| comp., MS | Windows Connect Now | Tengihjálp Windows (A technology that allows for ease of creating a new or expanding an existing wireless network. This setup can be done automatically using a USB flash driver or manually through a Wireless Network Setup wizard) |
| comp., MS | Windows Contacts | Windows tengiliðir (A directory that you can use to store names, e-mail addresses, fax numbers, and distribution lists) |
| comp., MS | Windows Desktop Apps Certification Kit | Vottunarpakki fyrir skjáborðsforrit fyrir Windows (Tools and documentation to certify apps for Windows) |
| comp., MS | Windows Diagnostics | Windows Greining (A feature of Windows that checks for problems associated with network connections) |
| comp., MS | Windows Easy Transfer | Flutningsaðstoð Windows (A Windows tool that assists consumers in moving their data (documents and settings) to the new environment) |
| comp., MS | Windows Error Reporting | villuskýrslur Windows (The Windows technology that collects data on system crashes or hangs and sends it to Microsoft) |
| comp., MS | Windows Firewall | Windows-eldveggur (A Control Panel feature that is used to set restrictions on what traffic is allowed to enter your network from the Internet) |
| comp., MS | Windows Hardware Certification Kit | Vottunarpakki fyrir vélbúnað fyrir Windows (The test automation framework used to certify devices or systems for Windows) |
| comp., MS | Windows 7 hardware logo | vélbúnaðarlógó fyrir Windows 7 (Logo assigned to the hardware products that have passed Microsoft designed tests for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7) |
| comp., MS | Windows image | afritunarmynd Windows (A single compressed file containing a collection of files and folders that duplicate a Windows installation on a disk volume) |
| comp., MS | Windows Installation Compatibility Advisor | Samhæfisráðgjafi fyrir Windows-uppsetningu (A downloadable Web application that helps Windows users identify which edition of Windows meets their needs, whether their PCs are ready for an upgrade to the next Windows version, and which features of the suggested Windows version will be able to run on their PCs) |
| comp., MS | Windows Installer | Uppsetningarforrit Windows (A feature of Windows that defines and manages a standard format for application setup and installation, and tracks components such as groups of files, registry entries, and shortcuts) |
| comp., MS | Windows Internal Database | Innri gagnagrunnur Windows (A relational data store that's included in Windows and is used by several Windows Services) |
| comp., MS | Windows Live Admin Center | stjórnendamiðstöð Windows Live (A service that enables customers to implement Windows Live communication services within their own personal domains) |
| comp., MS | Windows Live Devices | Windows Live tæki (The website where customers add computers (both PCs and Macs), mobile phones, and digital photo frames so they can access their synced folders and connect remotely to their devices) |
| comp., MS | Windows Live Sign-in Assistant | Windows Live innskráningaraðstoð (The helper program that can store sign-in information for multiple Windows Live IDs) |
| comp., MS | Windows Location Provider | Windows-staðsetningarleit (A feature in Windows that communicates with a Microsoft online service to determine a PC's approximate location based on wireless network or IP address info) |
| comp., MS | Windows 7 logo | lógó fyrir Windows 7 (Logo assigned to the products that have passed Microsoft-designed tests for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7) |
| comp., MS | Windows 7 Logo Program | Lógókerfi fyrir Windows 7 (A program designed to identify compatible and reliable systems, software, and hardware products that have passed Microsoft-designed tests for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7) |
| comp., MS | Windows Mail | Windows-póstur (An app for sending and receiving email) |
| comp., MS | Windows Marketplace | Markaðstorg Windows (An Internet site that makes it easy for users to discover the software and hardware that work best for their Windows PC or mobile device use, find the newest and most popular products on the market, compare product details, and read reviews from other users) |
| comp., MS | Windows Messaging | Windows-skilaboð (An app that facilitates SMS and instant messaging) |
| comp., MS | Windows Metafile Format | Windows-lýsiskráarsnið (A 16-bit vector graphics format for Windows-compatible computers used mostly as a clip art format in word-processing documents) |
| comp., MS | Windows Mobility Center | Fartölvumiðstöð Windows (A single location in Windows where you can adjust mobile PC settings) |
| comp., MS | Windows People | Windows-tengiliðir (An app that facilitates contact list and social update management) |
| comp., MS | Windows Photo Gallery | Myndvinnustofa Windows (A photo organizer used to view, manage, and edit digital pictures) |
| comp., MS | Windows Photos | Windows-myndir (An app that facilitates the viewing of photos) |
| comp., MS | Windows 8 Pro with Media Center | Windows 8 Pro með Media Center (An edition of Windows 8 Pro that contains Windows Media Center) |
| comp., MS | Windows Problem Reporting | vandamálaskýrslur Windows (The Windows technology that manages information to help Microsoft create solutions to non-critical problems (problems that do not cause programs, services, or components to stop working)) |
| comp., MS | Windows Push Notification Service | Windows Push-tilkynningaþjónusta (The feature of Windows for sending tile updates and notifications to users) |
| comp., MS | Windows Recovery Environment | Windows endurheimt (A special version of Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) that includes diagnostic, troubleshooting, and maintenance tools) |
| comp., MS | Windows service | Windows-þjónusta (A service designed for consumers that runs on Windows or in a web browser) |
| comp., MS | Windows Setup | Uppsetning Windows (The program that installs or upgrades the Windows operating system) |
| comp., MS | Windows Sidebar | Hliðarstika Windows (An organizational feature of Windows that displays a panel on the side of the desktop with shortcuts to mini-applications, also known as gadgets. The examples of such gadgets are local weather, a photo slideshow, a dictionary, news headlines, and a Windows Media Player control) |
| comp., MS | Windows 8 Single Language | Windows 8 á einu tungumáli (An edition of Windows 8 designed to make Windows affordable to mainstream consumers in emerging markets) |
| comp., MS | Windows 7 software logo | hugbúnaðarlógó fyrir Windows 7 (Logo assigned to the software products that have passed Microsoft designed tests for compatibility and reliability on Windows 7) |
| comp., MS | Windows Store | Windows-netverslunin (The online store where users can learn about and download apps for Windows) |
| comp., MS | Windows Store app | forrit í Windows-netversluninni (An app that runs on the new Windows platform and meets the criteria for onboarding to the Windows Store) |
| comp., MS | Windows Store dashboard | stjórnborð Windows-netverslunarinnar (The service run by the Windows Store team that supports the end-to-end process for registering Windows Store developers and onboarding apps into the Windows Store catalog) |
| comp., MS | Windows Store device app | tækisforrit úr Windows-netversluninni (An app that's downloaded from the Windows Store and installed automatically to the PC when a user attaches a certified device to the PC, provided that the device manufacturer has submitted the app to the Windows Store) |
| comp., MS | Windows System Image Backup | Afritsmynd Windows-kerfis (A tool in Windows Vista that backs up the system image) |
| comp., MS | Windows Update website | Windows Update-vefsvæði (A Microsoft Web site maintained by the Windows product group for the purpose of providing updates for core Windows components) |
| comp., MS | Windows 8 Upgrade Assistant | Uppfærsluaðstoð Windows 8 (A downloadable app that helps users choose which edition of Windows 8 is right for them, determine if their hardware can support it, determine the compatibility of apps and devices and assist with any changes that are needed, and then purchase and install it from within the app) |
| comp., MS | workbook window | vinnubókargluggi (The window that contains the user's workbook of tabbed sheets) |