Explain different types of icons or settings available in Control panel in Windows ?

Here’s a breakdown of the different types of icons and settings available in the Control Panel in Windows:

Icon Views:

• Category View: Organizes icons into broader categories for easier navigation.
• Large icons or Small icons: Displays icons individually for a more compact view.

Common Icon Categories and Settings:

1. System and Security:

   • System: View basic system information, change device name, adjust remote access settings, and protect system files.
   • Security and Maintenance: Monitor security status, check for updates, manage firewalls and virus protection, and set up backups.
   • Power Options: Manage power plans, set sleep and display settings, and configure battery usage.
   • Administrative Tools: Access advanced tools for system administration, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring.

2. Network and Internet:

   • Network and Sharing Center: View network status, connect to networks, set up sharing options, and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
   • Internet Options: Configure web browser settings, manage connections, adjust security settings, and manage add-ons.

3. Hardware and Sound:

   • Devices and Printers: View and manage connected devices, troubleshoot issues, and add printers or other hardware.
   • Sound: Adjust audio settings for speakers, headphones, and microphones, manage sound effects, and configure sound recording.

4. User Accounts and Family Safety:

   • User Accounts: Add or remove user accounts, change account types, manage passwords, and set parental controls.
   • Credential Manager: Manage stored usernames and passwords for websites and network resources.

5. Appearance and Personalization:

   • Personalization: Customize desktop background, themes, screen saver, window colors, and sounds.
   • Display: Adjust screen resolution, text size, and display settings.

6. Clock and Region:

   • Date and Time: Set the system time and date, adjust time zone, and configure daylight saving time settings.
   • Region: Change language, regional format, and keyboard settings.

7. Ease of Access:

   • Optimize settings for users with visual, auditory, or mobility impairments.

8. Programs:

   • Uninstall or change programs, manage default programs, and turn Windows features on or off.

Additional Icons:

• Fonts: Manage installed fonts and view font details.
• Mouse: Customize mouse settings like pointer speed, button configuration, and click actions.
• Keyboard: Adjust keyboard repeat rate, delay, and language settings.
• AutoPlay: Set default actions for different types of media and devices when connected.
• File Explorer Options: Customize settings for file and folder views, search behavior, and privacy options.