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WorksheetsA+ - 13B - Install and Configure Applications
Total questions: 2
Worksheet time: 14mins
The reading provides detailed information on system requirements for applications, covering various aspects such as CPU, system memory, storage, graphics card, external hardware token, and OS compatibility. It explains how these requirements are essential for ensuring smooth application performance and functionality.
The text also discusses different distribution methods for applications, including app stores, setup files, and network-based installers. It highlights the importance of verifying the authenticity and integrity of setup files to prevent malware infections.
Moreover, the material emphasizes the impact of deploying new applications on businesses, focusing on licensing, support, training, and operational considerations. It underscores the need for assessing and mitigating potential risks associated with installing third-party software in a corporate environment.
Additionally, it addresses security considerations related to application deployment, such as malware threats, stability, performance, and compatibility issues. It recommends testing applications in a lab environment and researching security advisories to ensure a secure and reliable computing environment.
What does "system requirements for applications" refer to?
The system's physical dimensions
The specifications needed to run third-party software
The network bandwidth requirements
The system's brand and model
Which of the following is NOT a component of system requirements for applications?
CPU
Graphics card
Operating system
Printer
What is the significance of a 64-bit application requiring a 64-bit CPU and OS platform?
It ensures compatibility with older hardware
It allows the application to run faster.
It prevents the application from being installed on a 32-bit platform.
It allows the application to use less memory.
Which feature might an application require in a CPU?
High clock speed
Hardware-assisted virtualization
Multiple CPU cores
Low power consumption
What is the purpose of integrated graphics?
To provide better performance than dedicated graphics
To allow demanding applications to run without a dedicated graphics card
To offload graphics processing from the CPU
To provide basic graphics capabilities without a separate graphics card
What is an external hardware token used for?
Providing additional storage space
Enhancing CPU performance
Secure authentication
Graphics processing
What is the purpose of ensuring application to OS compatibility?
To ensure the application runs on all operating systems
To prevent the application from running on newer operating systems
To ensure the application is compatible with the specified operating system
To allow the application to run on any operating system
In a 64-bit Windows environment, where are 32-bit application files typically stored?
Program Files
System32
Program Files (x86)
SysWOW64
How are desktop applications typically installed in Windows?
Using the App Store
By copying files to a shared network folder
Through a setup file with .EXE or .MSI extensions
By mounting an ISO file
What is the purpose of verifying the authenticity and integrity of an installer package?
To prevent the application from being installed
To ensure the application meets system requirements
To protect against malware and ensure the package is from a trusted source
To verify the size of the installation package
What is an ISO file used for?
Storing user-generated data
Running applications
Installing virtual machine operating systems
Providing secure authentication
What does "shadow IT" refer to?
Unsanctioned software and devices
Secure authentication methods
Operating system compatibility issues
Virtual machine operating systems
What must be assessed and mitigated to maintain a secure computing environment when deploying new applications?
System requirements
Third-party software
Business risks
Network bandwidth
What impact does deploying unlicensed software have on a company?
Financial and legal penalties
Increased network bandwidth
Improved system performance
Enhanced security
What is the purpose of using GPOs for deploying applications in a corporate environment?
To restrict access to the network
To install applications without administrator privileges
To manage antivirus software
To remotely install applications from a network folder
What security measure helps mitigate the risk of installing malware?
Running applications in compatibility mode
Using unsigned setup files
Installing software from trusted sources
Disabling antivirus software
What is the purpose of testing applications in a lab environment before deployment?
To ensure compatibility with other applications
To increase CPU and memory resources
To prevent security advisories
To assess stability and performance
Which of the following is NOT a potential impact of software on a computer or network?
Consuming more CPU and memory resources
Compatibility problems with other applications
Increased network bandwidth
Unpatched vulnerabilities leading to malware propagation
What is the primary threat associated with installing software from untrusted sources?
High CPU usage
Network instability
Trojan Horse malware
Compatibility issues
Where should user-specific files and settings be saved for an application?
Application installation directory
System32 folder
User's home folder/profile
Program Files directory
What is the purpose of using service accounts to run setup files for deployed applications?
To prevent unauthorized modification of the computer
To restrict access to the network
To increase network bandwidth
To provide additional storage space
How can the stability and performance impact of an application on a network be mitigated?
By installing the application without administrator privileges
By deploying applications without testing in a lab environment
By ensuring compatibility with other applications
By monitoring and resolving security issues
What is the main purpose of a network-based installer for deploying applications?
To restrict access to the network
To prevent users from running setup files
To remotely install applications from a shared folder
To increase CPU and memory resources
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