For the following given tasks of Windows 10, write the step-by-step procedure as well as attach the main screen shots:(a) Use Cortana.(b) Configure a printer.(c) To update the windows operating system with latest updates.(d) Configure the appearance of Windows,(e) Arrange the Start Menu and Task bar to your liking and personalize the privacysettings.(f) Work with Network and Sharing center(g) Scheduling file backups.(h) Resolving a Driver Problem Using Recovery Boot Options.(i) Use the following system maintenance tools:(i) Windows Defender(ii) Disk Defragmenter(iii) Backup and Restore feature(iv) Task Scheduler

To cover each of the tasks you’ve listed, I’ll provide step-by-step procedures along with relevant screenshots where applicable.

Since it’s not possible to attach screenshots directly here, I’ll describe where you would find the options and settings on Windows 10, and you can follow along to locate and configure them.

(a) Use Cortana:

1. Activate Cortana: Click on the Cortana icon located on the taskbar or simply press the Windows key to activate Cortana.
2. Interact with Cortana: You can either type your queries or use voice commands to interact with Cortana.

(b) Configure a Printer:

1. Connect the Printer: Physically connect your printer to your computer using a USB cable or connect it to your network if it’s a network printer.
2. Open Settings: Click on the Start menu, then click on the Settings (gear icon).
3. Devices: In the Settings window, select “Devices.”
4. Printers & scanners: From the left sidebar, select “Printers & scanners.”
5. Add a Printer: Click on the “Add a printer or scanner” button. Windows will automatically search for available printers.
6. Select Printer: Once your printer appears in the list, click on it, and then click on “Add device.”

(c) To update the Windows operating system with the latest updates:

1. Open Settings: Click on the Start menu, then click on the Settings (gear icon).
2. Update & Security: In the Settings window, select “Update & Security.”
3. Windows Update: From the left sidebar, select “Windows Update.”
4. Check for updates: Click on the “Check for updates” button. Windows will search for available updates and download/install them.

(d) Configure the appearance of Windows:

1. Open Settings: Click on the Start menu, then click on the Settings (gear icon).
2. Personalization: In the Settings window, select “Personalization.”
3. Themes, Colors, Backgrounds: Explore the various options under “Background,” “Colors,” and “Themes” to customize the appearance of Windows according to your preference.

(e) Arrange the Start Menu and Taskbar, personalize the privacy settings:

1. Start Menu: Right-click on the Start menu button and select “Settings.” Here, you can customize what appears on the Start menu.
2. Taskbar: Right-click on an empty area of the taskbar and select “Taskbar settings.” Here, you can configure various options related to the taskbar.
3. Privacy Settings: Click on the Start menu, then click on the Settings (gear icon). In the Settings window, select “Privacy.” Here, you can configure various privacy settings according to your preferences.

(f) Work with Network and Sharing Center:

1. Open Network and Sharing Center: Right-click on the network icon in the system tray and select “Open Network & Internet settings.” From there, you can access the Network and Sharing Center.
2. Network Setup: In the Network and Sharing Center, you can set up and manage your network connections, view network status, and troubleshoot network problems.

(g) Scheduling file backups:

1. Open Control Panel: Search for “Control Panel” in the Start menu and open it.
2. Backup and Restore (Windows 7): Click on “Backup and Restore (Windows 7)”.
3. Set up Backup: Click on “Set up backup” and follow the prompts to schedule file backups to an external drive or network location.

(h) Resolving a Driver Problem Using Recovery Boot Options:

1. Open Recovery Options: Restart your computer and press the appropriate key (usually F8 or F11) to enter the Advanced Boot Options menu.
2. Select Safe Mode: Choose “Safe Mode” or “Safe Mode with Networking” to boot into Windows with minimal drivers and services.
3. Update Drivers: Once in Safe Mode, you can update problematic drivers using Device Manager or third-party driver update software.

(i) Use the following system maintenance tools:

(i) Windows Defender:

1. Open Windows Security: Click on the Start menu, then click on “Settings” (gear icon). In the Settings window, select “Update & Security,” then “Windows Security.”
2. Scan Options: Under Windows Security, select “Virus & threat protection” and then click on “Scan options.” Here, you can perform different types of scans.

(ii) Disk Defragmenter:

1. Open Disk Defragmenter: Type “defragment” in the Start menu search bar and select “Defragment and Optimize Drives.”
2. Analyze and Optimize: Select the drive you want to defragment, then click on “Analyze” to see if it needs defragmentation. If necessary, click on “Optimize” to defragment the drive.

(iii) Backup and Restore feature:

1. Open Control Panel: Search for “Control Panel” in the Start menu and open it.
2. Backup and Restore (Windows 7): Click on “Backup and Restore (Windows 7)”.
3. Set up Backup: Click on “Set up backup” and follow the prompts to schedule file backups to an external drive or network location.

(iv) Task Scheduler:

1. Open Task Scheduler: Type “Task Scheduler” in the Start menu search bar and select it from the results.
2. Create a Task: In Task Scheduler, you can create tasks to automate various actions on your computer. Right-click on “Task Scheduler Library” and select “Create Basic Task” or “Create Task” to get started.

These steps should help you accomplish each of the tasks you’ve listed on a Windows 10 system. If you have any specific questions about any step or need further clarification, feel free to ask!