Exploring Windows Server 2012 R2

What is the primary function of Windows Server 2012 R2?

• To manage only local user accounts.

• To provide a platform for gaming applications.

• To provide a platform for hosting applications and managing network resources.

• To serve as a personal computer operating system.

Name one new feature introduced in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Hyper-V Replica

• Remote Desktop Services

• Dynamic Access Control

• Work Folders

What role does Active Directory play in Windows Server 2012 R2?

• Active Directory is used for file storage management in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Active Directory is a web hosting service in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Active Directory provides antivirus protection for Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Active Directory serves as the backbone for identity management and resource access control in Windows Server 2012 R2.

How can you manage Windows Server 2012 R2 remotely?

• Use FTP for file transfers

• Use RDP, PowerShell Remoting, or Server Manager.

• Utilize a local command prompt

• Access via a web browser

What is the purpose of the Server Manager in Windows Server 2012 R2?

• To monitor network traffic and performance.

• To install third-party applications.

• To configure user accounts and permissions.

• To manage server roles, features, and settings.

Explain the concept of Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Hyper-V is a web hosting service in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• Hyper-V is a security feature in Windows Server 2012 R2 that protects against malware.

• Hyper-V is a virtualization platform in Windows Server 2012 R2 that allows the creation and management of virtual machines.

• Hyper-V is a file management tool in Windows Server 2012 R2.

What is the difference between a domain and a workgroup?

• A domain provides centralized management and security, while a workgroup is decentralized with individual management.

• A domain is only used for small networks, while workgroups are for large organizations.

• A workgroup allows for centralized security while a domain does not.

• A domain is a type of workgroup with no centralized management.

How does Windows Server 2012 R2 handle virtualization?

• Windows Server 2012 R2 only allows one virtual machine at a time.

• Windows Server 2012 R2 handles virtualization through Hyper-V, enabling multiple virtual machines with features like live migration and dynamic memory.

• Windows Server 2012 R2 does not support virtualization.

• Virtualization in Windows Server 2012 R2 is managed through VMware.

What is the significance of PowerShell in Windows Server 2012 R2?

• PowerShell is significant for automation, system management, and configuration in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• PowerShell is primarily used for graphic design in Windows Server 2012 R2.

• PowerShell is only for gaming applications on Windows Server 2012 R2.

• PowerShell is a web browser included in Windows Server 2012 R2.

Describe the process of creating a new user in Active Directory.

• Add a user directly in the domain controller without specifying an OU.

• Create a new user by modifying the existing user properties.

• Create a new user in Active Directory by using 'Active Directory Users and Computers' to add a user in the desired OU.

• Use PowerShell to delete a user from Active Directory.