WorksheetsA+ Core2 Day5a manage and configure basic security Windows
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
A user's system is heavily infected with malware. You suspect the antivirus isn't catching everything. Which safe mode option would be BEST to further investigate?
a)
Safe Mode
b)
Safe Mode with Command Prompt
c)
Safe Mode with Networking
d)
Normal Boot
2.
You want to configure Windows Updates to download but not install updates automatically. Which setting is the most appropriate in the Windows Update interface?
a)
Install Updates Automatically
b)
Download Updates but Let Me Choose...
c)
Check For Updates but Let Me Choose...
d)
Never Check for Updates
3.
A technician is configuring a client's Windows Defender Firewall. They want to block any incoming traffic that doesn't match an existing rule. What setting should they configure?
a)
Block Outbound Connections
b)
Block Inbound Connections
c)
Allow Outbound Connections
d)
Allow Inbound Connections
4.
You have a user repeatedly forgetting their password. You enable a password expiration of 90 days, but they still have trouble. What additional setting might help?
a)
Require Password Complexity
b)
Do Not Allow User to Change Password
c)
Account Lockout After 3 Invalid Attempts
d)
Enforce Password History
5.
A Windows PC displays a "User Account Locked Out" message. The user reports they haven't mistyped their password. What's the FIRST troubleshooting step to take?
a)
Reset the User's Password
b)
Wait for the Account Lockout Duration
c)
Contact the System Administrator
d)
Force a System Restart
6.
A group of users needs access to a shared folder on a Windows server. What's the most efficient way to manage these permissions?
a)
Grant access to each user individually
b)
Create a security group, add users, then assign the group permissions
c)
Grant "Everyone" access to the folder
d)
Share the folder with hidden permissions
7.
After recent ransomware concerns, you're enabling features to protect critical data. What feature offers regular, versioned backups for user files?
a)
System Restore
b)
Controlled Folder Access
c)
File History
d)
Windows Backup and Restore
8.
A user wants only approved programs to run on their system. Which Windows feature, when configured appropriately, accomplishes this?
a)
User Account Control (UAC)
b)
AppLocker
c)
Windows Defender Firewall
d)
BitLocker
9.
You're implementing anti-malware software on a user's machine. While installing, it detects an existing antivirus program. What's your BEST course of action?
a)
Continue, most security software coexist
b)
Uninstall the old antivirus, then proceed
c)
Pause the installation and investigate
d)
Install in Safe Mode
10.
A user gets many pop-ups and ads in their web browser. You suspect adware. What Windows tool lets you view and manage programs that start automatically with the system?
a)
Task Manager
b)
System Configuration (Msconfig)
c)
Control Panel
d)
Services
11.
A user reports slow system performance after downloading a new program. Which Windows Defender setting might help?
a)
Allow the program through Firewall
b)
Enable Real-Time Protection
c)
Schedule a Full System Scan
d)
Disable Windows Search
12.
You're troubleshooting a printer issue on a Windows laptop. You suspect a driver conflict. Which tool allows you to temporarily disable specific drivers?
a)
Device Manager
b)
Device Security
c)
System Properties
d)
Windows Update
13.
You want to configure a Windows computer to automatically encrypt the entire hard drive with BitLocker. Which setting is required during setup?
a)
Set a strong password
b)
Enable TPM (Trusted Platform Module)
c)
Join the computer to an Active Directory domain
d)
Choose the encryption algorithm
14.
A user wants to secure their laptop when traveling. Which Windows feature allows them to require a PIN or fingerprint to unlock the device?
a)
Windows Hello
b)
BitLocker Drive Encryption
c)
User Account Control (UAC)
d)
Remote Desktop
15.
You're setting up a new user account for an employee who shouldn't have administrative privileges. Which user account type should you choose?
a)
Standard User
b)
Domain User
c)
Administrator
d)
Guest
16.
A branch office has multiple Windows workstations connecting to a central server. What security measure can be used to ensure users can only access authorized resources on the server?
a)
Encrypt the server's hard drive
b)
Implement Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
c)
Enable Remote Desktop
d)
Configure User Accounts
17.
You're enabling disk encryption for a user's laptop using BitLocker. They haven't set up a Microsoft account yet. Which recovery method is MOST recommended?
a)
Store the recovery key on the user's computer
b)
Print and store the recovery key in a secure location
c)
Upload the recovery key to OneDrive
d)
Save the recovery key to an external device
18.
A user reports their laptop is running hot and the fans are constantly running. You suspect malware that uses excessive CPU resources. Which Windows tool can help you monitor system resources?
a)
Task Manager
b)
Control Panel
c)
Event Viewer
d)
Performance Monitor
19.
You're configuring parental controls on a Windows PC. Which feature allows you to restrict access to specific websites and applications?
a)
Windows Defender Firewall
b)
Family Safety
c)
User Account Control (UAC)
d)
BitLocker Drive Encryption
20.
A user clicks on a suspicious link and enters their username and password on a website. What security measure can help prevent credential theft from such phishing attempts?
a)
Enable Two-factor Authentication (2FA)
b)
Use a strong password
c)
Keep software updated
d)
Regularly back up your data
21.
A user downloaded a free program, and now their computer is running very slowly. Their antivirus software didn't detect anything. Windows Defender's real-time protection feature could help detect the issue.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
You've set up automatic Windows Updates to install on a user's computer. These updates will contain the latest security patches to help protect the system.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
A user travels frequently for work. Enabling screen lock timeouts would help protect their laptop from unauthorized access if they step away briefly.
a)
True
b)
False
24.
A user received an email alert that their account was accessed from another country. Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) would help prevent similar unauthorized access.
a)
True
b)
False
25.
Storing passwords in a text file on your Windows desktop is a secure way to manage your credentials.
a)
True
b)
False
26.
You configured a standard user account for an employee who only needs basic software to do their job. This type of account will limit potential damage from accidentally installing malware.
a)
True
b)
False
27.
After a recent ransomware incident, you've enabled regular backups with File History in Windows. This will completely protect the user's data and prevent data loss.
a)
True
b)
False
28.
You just installed a new security update for Windows. You can safely disable Windows Defender Firewall, as the update will handle all firewall-related tasks.
a)
True
b)
False
29.
To increase security, you've disabled the Guest user account on a shared Windows computer. This will prevent any unauthorized users from connecting to the machine.
a)
True
b)
False
30.
You've configured Windows Update to notify the user about new updates but require them to manually approve the installation. This approach ensures complete control over the update process.
a)
True
b)
False
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