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WorksheetsITE 8 - Module 11 Part 2 - Review
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 33mins
What is the purpose of the Administrative Tools Control Panel item in Windows?
To provide shortcuts to games and entertainment applications
To manage user accounts and passwords
To collect tools that are used to monitor and configure Windows operation
To customize the visual theme of the desktop
What does the Event Viewer in the Computer Management console allow you to do?
Install new hardware devices
View the history of application, security, and Windows system events
Change the computer's IP address
Defragment the hard drive
Which type of event logged by Windows indicates a successful event, such as a driver or program executing successfully?
Information
Warning
Error
Critical
What does a 'Critical' event in Windows Event Viewer signify?
A user has changed their password
Immediate attention is required, usually related to system or software crashes or lockups
A new device has been connected to the computer
An application has been installed
What is a 'Success Audit' event in Windows security?
A failed attempt to access a file
A successful backup of system data
A security event has been successful, such as a successful logon
A virus has been detected and quarantined
What can Administrators do in Windows user accounts?
They can only view user profiles
They have full control of the computer and access to all folders
They can access the computer through a temporary profile
They can perform common tasks such as running applications
What is the Performance Monitor used for in Windows?
To create new user accounts
To deploy and manage software components
To create detailed custom reports from specific counters
To provide temporary access to guests
What is the purpose of the Services console (SERVICES.MSC)?
To manage all the printers available to a computer
To manage all the services on your computer and remote computers
To schedule a memory test that will be executed when the computer starts
To add, remove, or manage data sources using Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
Which of the following is NOT a valid service start setting or status?
Automatic
Manual
Stopped
Paused
How can the results of the memory diagnostic test be viewed on a Windows computer?
In the Control Panel under System
In the Windows Log folder in Event Viewer
By pressing F2 during startup
In the System Information tool
Which command can be used to open the System Information utility from the command prompt?
msconfig
dxdiag
msinfo32
sysinfo
What does the System Configuration (MSCONFIG) tool help to identify?
Hardware configurations
Problems that prevent Windows from starting correctly
Remote computer configurations
Memory diagnostic issues
Which of the following is NOT an option displayed by the General tab in the System Configuration (MSCONFIG) tool?
Normal startup
Diagnostic startup
Selective startup
Safe Mode startup
How can an administrator collect and display information about local and remote computers?
Using the Event Viewer
Using the System Configuration tool
Using the System Information tool
Using the Administrative Tools Control Panel item
What is the purpose of the Services list in the Windows operating system?
To display a list of all applications that automatically run when Windows starts.
To list services that are started with the OS for troubleshooting purposes.
To display a list of diagnostic tools for help with troubleshooting.
To allow an administrator to view or make changes to the Windows Registry.
What does the Startup list display in Windows 7?
A list of diagnostic tools for help with troubleshooting.
Services that are started with the OS.
A list of all applications that automatically run when Windows starts.
The hierarchical arrangement of keys and subkeys in the Registry.
What could be a consequence of using the Registry Editor utility incorrectly?
The computer might perform faster.
The user might gain additional administrative privileges.
Hardware, application, or OS problems, including having to reinstall the OS.
Automatic creation of a system restore point.
How can you open the Registry Editor?
By typing 'regedit' in a search or command prompt and opening it.
By double-clicking the 'My Computer' icon on the desktop.
By accessing the Control Panel and selecting 'Registry Editor'.
By pressing 'Ctrl+Alt+Del' and selecting 'Registry Editor' from the Task Manager.
What is the purpose of Microsoft Management Console (MMC)?
To install new operating systems
To create custom management consoles for utilities and tools
To manage user accounts and passwords
To monitor network traffic
What can be added to the MMC when it is initially opened?
Only ActiveX controls
Only web page links
Utilities and tools, web page links, tasks, ActiveX controls, and folders
Only tasks and folders
What is DirectX primarily used for?
Word processing
Multimedia applications, especially games
Spreadsheet calculations
Email communication
How can the Disk Management utility be accessed?
Only through the Win+X menu
Only through the Control Panel
By right-clicking This PC or Computer and selecting Manage, through the Computer Management Control Panel, or by using the Win+X menu
By double-clicking the Recycle Bin
What does the Disk Management utility display for a dynamic disk that has been moved from another computer running Windows?
Healthy
Foreign
Not Initialized
Offline
What is the status of a volume that is functioning properly according to the Disk Management utility?
Healthy
Initializing
Missing
Unreadable
What must be available on the computer to create mirrored, spanned, or RAID 5 volumes?
At least one initialized dynamic drive
Two or more initialized dynamic drives
Two or more basic drives
At least one external drive
Which Windows feature is recommended for creating pools of physical hard drives from which virtual disks can be created?
Disk Management
Storage Spaces
Disk Cleanup
Optimize Drives
What should you not perform on SSDs to maintain and optimize disk storage?
Disk Cleanup
Disk Defragmentation
Disk Optimization
Error-Checking
What does the Disk Error-Checking tool do?
Defragments the disk
Optimizes the disk space
Checks the integrity of files and folders
Encrypts the disk data
What do integrated graphics chips rely on in PCs?
A separate graphics card installed in the PCI Express slot
The system RAM and share the same memory as the CPU
An external GPU connected via Thunderbolt
Their own dedicated graphics memory
What does a dedicated graphics card contain for graphics intensive game or application?
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Random Access Memory (RAM)
Video RAM (VRAM)
Solid State Drive (SSD)
What is required from the user during most Windows software installations?
To be absent during the installation
To provide input about the options to use when installing the software
To replace the graphics card
To download an ISO image
What is an ISO image?
A type of installation method
A digital signature
A single file that represents all the data on an optical disk
A tool to mount images on Windows 10
How can the authenticity and integrity of an ISO image be verified?
By scanning the computer for viruses
By creating installation media
By using a dedicated graphics card
By using a digital signature or a hash value provided by the source
As of Windows 10, what is no longer needed to mount an ISO image?
A USB flash drive
A digital signature
A third-party tool
An optical drive
What must a user provide in addition to the hardware token for access authorization?
A username and password.
A digital certificate.
A biometric scan only.
A hardware token only.
What file extensions are commonly associated with installer software?
.txt and .doc
.png and .jpg
.exe and .msi
.zip and .rar
How can you run older applications that are not running properly on newer Windows operating systems?
By deleting and reinstalling the application.
By updating the application to the latest version.
By running the Windows compatibility troubleshooter or configuring the Compatibility Mode.
By changing the screen resolution of the computer.
Where can Windows 8 and 10 users access installer software in addition to the methods described in the text?
Control Panel
Microsoft Store
Device Manager
Task Manager
What is a potential consequence of uninstalling an application incorrectly?
Increased system performance
Improved registry read speed
Wasted hard drive space and system resources
Enhanced security
What does Microsoft recommend to use when removing, changing, or repairing applications?
Third-party uninstaller software
Windows Start menu with the application
Programs and Features Control Panel utility
Manual deletion of application files
Allowing users to install software on business-owned computers can be a security risk because:
It can lead to an increase in software costs.
It can cause a decrease in system performance.
It can result in downloading malicious software.
It can make the system incompatible with other software.
What is the role of antimalware software like Windows Defender in a business environment?
To speed up the deployment of new applications
To provide technical support for applications
To ensure software licensing compliance
To protect against malware and keep systems up to date
What is an impact on operation when deploying new applications to multiple workstations?
It is a quick and simple process.
It can be a time-consuming process.
It does not require any support or maintenance.
It reduces the need for user training.
How can you open the command shell in Windows 10?
Type 'cmd' in the search box and click the app in the results
Press F7
Use the command 'help'
Change a Taskbar setting
Which key combination runs the command prompt as an administrator?
Ctrl+Shift+Enter
Win+R
Up-arrow keys
F7
Which of the following commands clears the screen in the command line?
help
command /?
cls
F7
What feature does PowerShell offer that extends beyond the traditional command line?
It can only execute basic commands
It replaces the Windows Power User menu
It offers advanced features, such as scripting and automation
It is only available in Windows 10
What is the function of the asterisk (*) wildcard in Windows command line?
It matches a single character in a filename or extension.
It matches any string of text in a document.
It matches groups of characters, including entire filenames and file extensions.
It is used to display contents from a different drive.
What does the question mark (?) wildcard represent in Windows command line?
It matches any single character.
It matches any string of characters.
It stands for a group of characters.
It is used to exit a running command process or script.
What is the purpose of using wildcards in the Windows command line?
To display contents from a different drive.
To exit a running command process or script.
To substitute for characters or groups of characters in filenames.
To change directories until you find what you are looking for.
What is the purpose of the 'dir' command in a command-line interface?
Change the current directory
Display the contents of the current directory
Create a new directory
Delete a directory
Which command is used to create a new directory?
cd
rd
md
ren
What does the 'move' command do?
Renames a directory or file
Deletes a file or folder
Moves a file or directory from one directory to another
Displays the contents of a file
What is the function of the 'chkdsk' command?
Starts a separate command interpreter
Creates a new file system for a disk
Moves a file from a source location to a destination location
Checks a file system for errors, including errors with physical media
Which command is used to start a separate command interpreter with commands for working with disk partitions?
format
chkdsk
diskpart
robocopy
What does the 'tasklist' command do in Windows?
It kills a running process.
It displays a list of the processes that are currently running on the local or remote computer.
It verifies and repairs Windows system files.
It forces an update of another computer.
What is the purpose of the 'sfc' command?
It displays Group Policy Resultant Set of Policy (RSoP) information.
It connects to network resources.
It verifies and repairs Windows system files.
It forces a group policy update.
Which command is used to shut down a local or remote computer?
gpupdate
shutdown
dism
net use
What does the 'gpresult' command do?
It forces an update even if Group Policy has not changed.
It restarts the computer after an update.
It displays Group Policy Resultant Set of Policy (RSoP) information.
It changes information about computer users.
How can you open the Windows run line utility?
By pressing the Win+R keys.
By typing 'shutdown'.
By using the 'gpupdate' command.
By entering 'net use'.
What does the 'EXPLORER' command do when entered in the run line utility?
Opens File Explorer or Windows Explorer.
Opens Microsoft Management Console (MMC).
Forces update of another computer.
Restarts the computer after an update.
What is the function of the 'MMC' command?
It opens File Explorer or Windows Explorer.
It displays and connects to network resources.
It opens Microsoft Management Console (MMC).
It forces a group policy update.
What does the command MSINFO32 do when executed?
Opens the Notepad basic text editor
Opens the Remote Desktop utility
Opens the System Information window
Starts the Windows Media Player
Which command is used to open the Remote Desktop utility?
NOTEPAD
MSINFO32
MSTSC
CMD
What is the function of the NOTEPAD command?
Opens the System Information window
Opens the Remote Desktop utility
Starts the Windows Media Player
Opens the Notepad basic text editor
