Control Panel
Control Panel is a tool for PC users (Windows 7, 8.1, and 10) that allows them to change default settings on their computer. This can mean battery settings, resolution, profile settings, device management, and other personalization features. It is similar to System Preferences on a Mac.
To Access Control Panel in Windows 10
In the search box on the taskbar, type control panel, and then select Control Panel.
About Control Panel
System and Security
Under system and security you will find how to set up a backup of your computer and files, check for program, hardware and network problems, check for updates, and set the power options.
Network and Internet
In network and internet you can set internet options, and change internet properties.
Hardware and Sound
Hardware and Sound is a place to go to set up your own personal printer, control sound, set some power option, set autoplay settings and control some display settings.
Programs
Under programs you will find a place to uninstall and install software, set your default programs, and explore different desktop gadgets.
User Accounts
User Accounts allows you to manage the user accounts on this computer.
Appearance and Personalization
In Appearance and Personalization you can personalized how your computer looks, change your display settings, customize the start and taskbar, and manage your fonts.
Clock, Language, and Region
Under Clock, Language, and Region you can set the date and time, install language packages, and change the keyboard settings.
Ease of Access
Speech recognition, set up microphone, and setting up easy to use items.