CompTIA A+ Certification Flashcard Enhanced 10

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What command is used to attempt repair of the Master Boot Record (MBR) if the disk uses GPT partitioning?

Back

bootrec /fixmbr

Answer explanation

The correct command to attempt repair of the Master Boot Record (MBR) on a disk using GPT partitioning is 'bootrec /fixmbr'.

Front

What should be done to add missing Windows installations to the boot configuration database (BCD)?

Back

bootrec /rebuildbcd

Answer explanation

To add missing Windows installations to the boot configuration database (BCD), you should use the command 'bootrec /rebuildbcd'.

Front

Which tool can be used to ensure that the system partition is marked as active and no other partitions have been marked as active? Options: bootrec /fixboot, bootrec /rebuildbcd, bootrec /fixmbr

Back

diskpart

Answer explanation

The tool that can be used to ensure that the system partition is marked as active and no other partitions have been marked as active is diskpart.

Front

If Windows boots but the graphical interface fails to load, what is a possible action to take?

Back

Replace the graphics adapter driver.

Answer explanation

Replace the graphics adapter driver to resolve issues with the graphical interface failing to load in Windows.

Front

What registry setting file is particularly prone to corruption, leading to a corrupt user profile?

Back

NTUSER.DAT

Answer explanation

NTUSER.DAT is particularly prone to corruption, leading to a corrupt user profile, making it the correct choice.

Front

What should you use to determine if resources are at 90-100% utilization when troubleshooting performance issues on a Windows system? Options: Device Manager, Task Manager, Control Panel, Windows Security

Back

Task Manager

Answer explanation

Task Manager should be used to determine if resources are at 90-100% utilization when troubleshooting performance issues on a Windows system.

Front

If a Windows system continues to be unresponsive after a restart, what is a recommended next step according to the troubleshooting guide?

Back

Check with the software vendor for any known problems

Answer explanation

Check with the software vendor for any known problems

Front

What is a suggested action if a Windows computer displays a 'Low memory' error message?

Back

Run fewer programs and see if the issue can be isolated to one process

Answer explanation

Run fewer programs and see if the issue can be isolated to one process

Front

According to the document, what should you do regularly to help manage hard drive space and improve system performance?

Back

Defragment the hard drive

Answer explanation

To help manage hard drive space and improve system performance, you should regularly defragment the hard drive.

Front

When troubleshooting performance issues in Windows, what is an important step to take if updates and driver installations do not resolve the problem? Options: Reboot the system again, Verify app and hardware space requirements, and add resources if necessary, Consult the software vendor, Replace the hard disk with an SSD

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Verify app and hardware space requirements, and add resources if necessary

Answer explanation

Verify app and hardware space requirements, and add resources if necessary