ITF+ Quiz part 15

What is the primary purpose of Windows PowerShell?

• To perform management and administrative tasks

• To create graphical user interfaces

• To develop web applications

• To design databases

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of Windows PowerShell is to perform management and administrative tasks.

Which environment does Microsoft provide to help create and manage Windows PowerShell scripts?

• Visual Studio

• Windows PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE)

• Command Prompt

• Notepad++

Answer explanation

Microsoft provides Windows PowerShell Integrated Scripting Environment (ISE) to help create and manage Windows PowerShell scripts.

What is VBScript based on?

• JavaScript

• Python

• Visual Basic programming language

• C++

Answer explanation

VBScript is based on the Visual Basic programming language, not JavaScript, Python, or C++.

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of VBScript?

• To perform repetitive administrative tasks

• To create web applications

• To run scripts from the command line

• To run scripts from the Windows graphical interface

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'To create web applications' as VBScript is not typically used for web development purposes.

What is the purpose of packaging code as an executable or script after writing and testing it?

• To improve the code's readability

• To deploy it to the hosts that will run the software

• To increase the code's complexity

• To make the code open-source

Answer explanation

To deploy it to the hosts that will run the software

What is single-platform software?

• Software that can run on any operating system

• Software written to run under a particular operating system

• Software that is not compiled

• Software that is written in multiple programming languages

Answer explanation

Single-platform software is written to run under a particular operating system, making it specific to that OS only.

What is a drawback of single-platform software?

• It is more expensive to develop

• It is difficult to port to a different platform

• It has lower performance

• It is harder to check for errors

Answer explanation

It is difficult to port to a different platform

What is cross-platform software often referred to as?

• Scripts

• Programs

• Apps

• Modules

Answer explanation

Cross-platform software is often referred to as 'Apps' due to its ability to run on multiple operating systems without modification.

What is an example of interoperability between desktop and mobile platforms?

• Using a desktop application on a smartphone

• Writing code in multiple programming languages

• Compiling code for different operating systems

• Using a single-platform software

Answer explanation

Interoperability between desktop and mobile platforms can be achieved by using a desktop application on a smartphone, allowing seamless access and functionality across different devices.

What is the primary purpose of the 5-day course mentioned in the document?

• To learn advanced programming techniques

• To qualify with CompTIA Network+ certification

• To become a web developer

• To master Microsoft Office

Answer explanation

The primary purpose of the 5-day course mentioned in the document is to qualify with CompTIA Network+ certification.