CompTIA A+ 220-1002_2
The Task Manager utility in Windows 8/8.1/10 contains a tab previously included as part of the System Configuration (MSConfig) utility. The tab allows system administrators to control user applications that should be enabled/disabled during system boot. This tab is called: * Boot * Startup * App history * Details
Startup
Windows 8 introduces a virtualization technology that enables organization of multiple physical disks into logical volumes in a fashion similar to RAID levels. What is the name of the Control Panel applet providing access to this functionality? * Disk Management * Storage Spaces * Administrative Tools * Sync Center
Storage Spaces
Which of the following tools enable creation of disk arrays in Windows? (Select 2 answers) * Device Manager * Programs and Features * Storage Spaces * Disk Management * Backup and Restore
Storage Spaces Disk Management
Which volume type in Windows Disk Management utility uses RAID 0 setup for performance gains? * Simple volume * Spanned volume * Striped volume * Mirrored volume * Striped with parity volume
Striped volume
Which volume type in Windows Disk Management utility uses RAID 5 setup for performance gains and fault tolerance? * Simple volume * Spanned volume * Striped volume * Mirrored volume * Striped with parity volume
Striped with parity volume
Which of the following allows to determine which network segment an IP address belongs to? * Physical address * Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) * Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) * Subnet mask
Subnet mask
A hidden file (or files) on the hard disk that Windows uses to hold parts of programs and data files that cannot be stored in RAM due to the insufficient memory space is called: (Select 3 answers) * Swap file * Paging file * Signature file * Virtual memory * Archive file
Swap file Paging file Virtual memory
A Windows Control Panel applet used for managing local (offline) versions of files and folders stored on the network is known as: * Ease of Access Center * Sync Center * Indexing Options * File Explorer Options
Sync Center
Which Control Panel applet in Windows can be used to check the OS version and basic hardware statistics such as the CPU type and amount of installed RAM? * Resource Monitor * System * Computer Management * System Configuration
System
Which Control Panel applet in Windows provides access to computer name, domain, and workgroup settings? * Credential Manager * System * User Accounts * Administrative Tools
System
Which of the following is a Windows system utility that allows to roll back system files and settings to an earlier point in time? * Sync Center * Windows Backup * System Restore * Ease of Access Center
System Restore
Which of the following characters indicates that a Windows network share is intended for administrative access? # $ ? &
$
Which of the following answers refer(s) to the Windows Remote Assistance utility? (Select all that apply) * Access based on one-time password * Temporal remote access * Access based on local password (local user account password) * The host and invited user can both see the host's screen * Windows tool used for connecting remotely to the user's own computer * The host and invited user share control over host's mouse and keyboard * Permanent remote access * Windows tool used for assisted remote troubleshooting
Access based on one-time password Temporal remote access The host and invited user can both see the host's screen The host and invited user share control over host's mouse and keyboard Windows tool used for assisted remote troubleshooting
Which of the following answers apply to Windows BitLocker? (Select 3 answers) * Works only on systems equipped with a TPM microcontroller * Accessed via BitLocker Drive Encryption applet in Windows Control Panel * Shipped with all versions of Windows 8/8.1/10 * Accessed via Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel * Does not require a TPM microcontroller to work * Not included in basic versions of Windows 8/8.1/10 (Windows 8/8.1 Core and Windows 10 Home)
Accessed via BitLocker Drive Encryption applet in Windows Control Panel Does not require a TPM microcontroller to work Not included in basic versions of Windows 8/8.1/10 (Windows 8/8.1 Core and Windows 10 Home)
A drive letter in Windows can be changed by: * Accessing Disk Management, right-clicking on a drive and selecting Change Drive Letter and Paths from the context menu * Accessing File Explorer, clicking on a drive and selecting Change Drive Letter and Paths from the Drive Tools menu * Accessing Disk Management, right-clicking on a drive and selecting new drive letter on the General tab in the Properties menu * Accessing File Explorer, right-clicking on a drive and selecting Change Drive Letter and Paths from the context menu
Accessing Disk Management, right-clicking on a drive and selecting Change Drive Letter and Paths from the context menu
In Windows Disk Management utility, a partition's size can be extended into: (Select 2 answers) * Adjacent space on the same disk * Disk space formatted with any file system * Any available space on any of the installed disks * Unallocated space on the same disk * Any available space on the same disk
Adjacent space on the same disk Unallocated space on the same disk
Which of the following tabs of the Windows Internet Properties applet provides an option for rolling back all the Internet Explorer web browser configuration settings to the state they were in when Internet Explorer was first installed? * General * Security * Privacy * Advanced
Advanced
The User Accounts applet in Windows allows to: * Change local account name * Change local account type * Change local account password * Manage another local account * Change local User Account Control (UAC) settings * All of the above * None of the above
All of the above
Which of the following locations/steps allows to view network shares in Windows? * Windows Command Prompt -> net share -> Enter (all network shares) * Windows Run dialog box -> \computer name -> Enter (user shares only) * Shared Folders menu in the Computer Management utility (all network shares) * Windows Command Prompt -> net view \\computer name -> Enter (user shares only) * Windows Command Prompt -> net view \\computer name /all -> Enter (all network shares) * All of the above
All of the above
The Devices and Printers applet in Windows: (Select 3 answers) * Allows to add/remove wired and wireless devices * Does not offer troubleshooting options * Provides a simplified view of all connected devices * Allows to restore a device driver to the previously installed version * Provides a detailed view of all connected devices * Allows to troubleshoot a device that isn't working properly
Allows to add/remove wired and wireless devices Provides a simplified view of all connected devices Allows to troubleshoot a device that isn't working properly
Which of the following provide access to virtual memory (a.k.a. paging file) configuration options in Windows? (Select 2 answers) * System applet in Control Panel -> System Protection tab -> Virtual memory * Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel -> Windows Memory Diagnostics * Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> System Protection tab -> Virtual memory * System applet in Control Panel -> Advanced system settings -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory * Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> Advanced tab -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
System applet in Control Panel -> Advanced system settings -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> Advanced tab -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
Which of the following describe(s) the function of Windows Task Manager? (Select all that apply) * Provides tools for managing network traffic * Allows to close a non-responsive application in Windows * Displays information on programs, processes, and services that are currently running on the computer * Allows to schedule the launch of programs or scripts at pre-defined times or after specified time intervals * Provides real-time reports on how a computer running Windows OS is using system resources (CPU/RAM/HDD/Network usage) * Allows system administrators for managing the currently logged-in users
Allows to close a non-responsive application in Windows Displays information on programs, processes, and services that are currently running on the computer Provides real-time reports on how a computer running Windows OS is using system resources (CPU/RAM/HDD/Network usage) Allows system administrators for managing the currently logged-in users
Which of the configuration features listed below can be managed through the MSConfig Boot tab? (Select all that apply) * Boot logging * Diagnostic startup * Startup items loaded during system boot * Default OS to load in a multiboot environment * Services loaded during system startup * Amount of hardware resources to be used by the chosen OS in a multiboot environment (e.g. the maximum amount of RAM) * Safe boot options
Boot logging Default OS to load in a multiboot environment Amount of hardware resources to be used by the chosen OS in a multiboot environment (e.g. the maximum amount of RAM) Safe boot options
In Windows 8 and newer releases of the Microsoft OS, contents of the MSConfig's Startup tab can be viewed and managed via: * Task Manager * Performance Monitor * Programs and Features applet * Device Manager
Task Manager
In Windows Disk Management utility, a disk status set to Failed indicates that the basic or dynamic volume: (Select 3 answers) * Cannot be started automatically * Is damaged * Experiences (I/O) errors * Requires assignment of a mount point folder path * Contains corrupted file system
Cannot be started automatically Is damaged Contains corrupted file system
Which of the following statements describing features of Windows HomeGroups are true? (Select 3 answers) * Communication between HomeGroup computers is encrypted with a pre-shared password * User passwords for accessing HomeGroup are stored centrally on a Domain Controller * HomeGroups are available in all versions of Windows * Communication between HomeGroup computers is unencrypted * An ad hoc home networking system for file and printer sharing * HomeGroups are available only in Windows 7/8/8.1 and early versions of Windows 10
Communication between HomeGroup computers is encrypted with a pre-shared password An ad hoc home networking system for file and printer sharing HomeGroups are available only in Windows 7/8/8.1 and early versions of Windows 10
Which of the following can be used to launch the Disk Management utility in Windows? (Select 3 answers) * Computer Management * Disk Management shortcut icon in the Administrative Tools folder * Windows Run dialog box * Device Manager * Storage Spaces menu item in Windows Control Panel * Quick Access Menu (displayed after right-clicking on the Windows Start button)
Computer Management Windows Run dialog box Quick Access Menu (displayed after right-clicking on the Windows Start button)
Which of the following locations provide direct access to the Device Manager applet in MS Windows? (Select 3 answers) * Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control panel * Computer Management utility in the Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel * Windows Run dialog box (after typing in devmgmt.msc and pressing Enter) * Devices and Printers folder in Windows Control Panel * Windows Control Panel
Computer Management utility in the Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel Windows Run dialog box (after typing in devmgmt.msc and pressing Enter) Windows Control Panel
The Internet Properties applet tab containing an option for configuring VPN settings is called: * General * Programs * Connections * Privacy
Connections
Which of the Windows Internet Properties system utility tabs provides access to proxy settings? * Security * Privacy * Advanced * Connections
Connections
Which of the following provides access to the User Accounts applet in MS Windows? * Computer Management * Administrative Tools folder * Control Panel * Security and Maintenance
Control Panel
Which of the following enable a newly added disk to show up in Windows File Explorer? (Select 3 answers) * The disk needs to be initialized * The disk needs to be converted to a dynamic volume * The disk requires a drive letter * The disk needs to be converted to a dynamic disk * The disk can be mounted as a folder
The disk needs to be initialized The disk requires a drive letter The disk can be mounted as a folder
The System Configuration tab in MS Windows providing access to MMC snap-ins is called: * Services * Tools * Applications * Programs
Tools
Common methods of application installation and deployment include removable media (e.g. CD/USB) used locally in home networks and remote installation methods over a network popular in enterprise environments. True False
True
In Windows 10, the Windows Firewall system component was renamed to Windows Defender Firewall. In similar fashion, the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security known from previous Windows versions changed its name to Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security. True False
True
In Windows 8 and newer releases of the Microsoft OS, the real-time information about resources used by user applications and system processes in Task Manager can be found grouped in one place under the Processes tab. True False
True
In Windows Disk Management utility, a volume status set to Failed Redundancy indicates that the data on a mirrored or RAID 5 volume is no longer fault tolerant because one of the underlying disks is not online. True False
True
In Windows Disk Management utility, assigning a mount point folder path to a drive enables a newly added drive to show up in File Explorer as a regular folder. True False
True
In Windows Disk Management utility, disk arrays can be created by right-clicking on a disk and selecting array type from the context menu. True False
True
In a network using subnets, the term "Default gateway" refers to a network device (e.g. router) that enables exchange of data between hosts residing in different subnets. True False
True
Installing an app in Windows requires administrative-level access on a local machine. In cases where installation files are stored on a remote server, users may also need appropriate permissions to be able to access the installation folder/file. True False
True
Introduced in Windows Vista, Windows Firewall with Advanced Security MMC snap-in offers more detailed configuration options allowing system administrators to execute more granular control over inbound and outbound network traffic. True False
True
Prior to Windows 8, the MSConfig Startup tab contained a list of user applications that could be enabled/disabled during system boot. The contents of this tab are not available in the MSConfig utility shipped with Windows 8/8.1/10. True False
True
The Security tab of the Internet Properties utility in Windows allows for imposing restrictions on web content allowed in Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser. True False
True
The Task Manager's Users tab in MS Windows allows system administrators to disconnect a user (invoke a Windows lock screen) or to sign them off (force a user to log off). True False
True
The Troubleshooting Control Panel applet introduced in Microsoft Windows 7 provides access to several software tools that can automatically fix common problems related to application compatibility, hardware, sound, networking, operating system, and security. True False
True
The basic countermeasures against application-related security risks include avoiding applications from unknown sources and keeping the already installed apps up to date with current patches and bug fixes. True False
True
The term "Power plan" refers to a collection of hardware and system settings that manage how a Windows-based computer uses power. Available configuration options for managing power in MS Windows 8/8.1/10 can be accessed via Power Options applet in Control Panel. Windows 10 provides additional way for managing basic power settings in the Settings menu. True False
True
Transmission carried out in one direction only is described as a simplex mode. Communication that takes place only in one direction at a time is referred to as half-duplex mode. Two devices communicating with each other in both directions simultaneously are said to be in full-duplex mode. Network devices supporting autonegotiation feature automatically configure best mode supported by both devices. Duplex mismatch is the term used for a situation where two devices communicate with each other using different duplex modes. True False
True
The Programs and Features Windows Control Panel applet can be used for: (Select all that apply) * Uninstalling applications * Conducting repair installation of a malfunctioning program * Adding/removing Windows components * Creating/deleting system restore points * Managing installed updates
Uninstalling applications Conducting repair installation of a malfunctioning program Adding/removing Windows components Managing installed updates
Which of the following disk status options in Windows Disk Management utility indicates that a basic or dynamic disk is not accessible and might have experienced hardware failure, corruption, or I/O errors? * Foreign * Unreadable * Offline * Initializing
Unreadable
Windows Vista and newer releases of the Microsoft OS offer a security feature which limits privileges of software applications and access to administrative tasks. When a program makes a change that requires administrator-level permission or a user attempts to modify system settings that require administrative access, it triggers an on-screen prompt requiring an administrator password to proceed. This functionality is known as: * User Account Control (UAC) * Windows Defender real-time protection * Trusted Platform Module (TPM) * Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security
User Account Control (UAC)
Which tab of the Folder Options applet (Windows 7) / File Explorer Options applet (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows contains the Advanced settings menu for files, folders, and Windows Explorer (Windows 7) / File Explorer (Windows 8/8.1/10) navigation pane? * Settings * View * Search * General
View
A system that uses public network (such as the Internet) as a means for creating private encrypted connections between remote locations is known as: * Personal Area Network (PAN) * Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) * Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) * Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Virtual Private Network (VPN)
Which of the following options is not part of the General tab of the Folder Options applet (Windows 7) / File Explorer Options applet (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows? * Windows Explorer / File Explorer default starting folder * Visibility of hidden files, folders, or drives * Opening items (single-click vs. double-click on an item) * Windows Explorer / File Explorer browsing history options (Privacy)
Visibility of hidden files, folders, or drives
Which of the following takes advantage of cell towers that provide wireless signal coverage for mobile devices? * WPAN * WWAN * Satellite * WLAN
WWAN
In Windows 8/8.1/10, Windows Defender Firewall can be enabled/disabled in: (Select all that apply) * Network and Sharing Center Control Panel applet * Windows Defender Firewall Control Panel applet * Security and Maintenance Control Panel applet * Firewall & network protection menu in Windows Settings (accessed via Start menu) * Windows Defender Firewall Control Panel applet -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security -> Properties * Programs and Features Control Panel applet
Windows Defender Firewall Control Panel applet Firewall & network protection menu in Windows Settings (accessed via Start menu) Windows Defender Firewall Control Panel applet -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security -> Properties
Which of the following locations provides access to Windows Defender Firewall settings in Windows 8/8.1/10? (Select 2 answers) * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel * Internet Options (Security tab) * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security -> Firewall & network protection * Internet Options (Advanced tab) * Network and Sharing Center applet in Control Panel
Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel Windows Start button -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security -> Firewall & network protection
Which of the following locations in Windows 8/8.1/10 provides access to configuration options that would allow to block incoming echo requests? * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Network protocols * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Custom -> All programs (or a single app) * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Custom -> All programs (or a single app) * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Network protocols
Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Custom -> All programs (or a single app)
Which of the following locations in Windows 8/8.1/10 provides access to configuration options that would allow to create an exception for a TCP or UDP port? * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound/Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Port * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound/Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Custom * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound/Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Network protocols * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound/Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> All programs (or a single app)
Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Inbound/Outbound Rules -> New Rule... -> Port
Which of the following locations in Windows 8/8.1/10 provide access to configuration options for managing apps or features allowed through Windows Defender Firewall? (Select 3 answers) * Network and Sharing Center applet in Control Panel -> Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off menu item * Security and Maintenance applet in Control Panel -> Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security -> Firewall & network protection -> Allow an app through firewall * Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall
Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Turn Windows Defender Firewall on or off menu item Windows Start button -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security -> Firewall & network protection -> Allow an app through firewall Windows Defender Firewall applet in Control Panel -> Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall
Which of the following locations in Windows 7 allows to create a shortcut to a shared folder or computer on a network? * Windows Explorer -> Computer -> Map network drive * Shared Folders menu in the Computer Management utility * Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel * File Explorer -> This PC -> Computer tab -> Map Network drive
Windows Explorer -> Computer -> Map network drive
Which of the following is a Windows built-in software component that monitors network traffic and depending on the configuration settings applied to each data packet either blocks it or allows it to pass through? * Security Center * Windows Firewall * Action Center * Windows Defender
Windows Firewall
Which of the following Control Panel applets provides access to the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security tool? * Internet Options (Security tab) * Windows Firewall (Advanced settings) * Network and Sharing Center * Internet Options (Advanced tab)
Windows Firewall (Advanced settings)
In Windows 7, Windows Firewall can be enabled/disabled in: (Select all that apply) * Programs and Features Control Panel applet * Security and Maintenance Control Panel applet * Firewall & network protection menu in Windows Settings (accessed via Start menu) * Windows Firewall Control Panel applet * Network and Sharing Center Control Panel applet * Windows Firewall Control Panel applet -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Properties
Windows Firewall Control Panel applet Windows Firewall Control Panel applet -> Advanced settings -> right-click on Windows Firewall with Advanced Security -> Properties
Which of the following locations provides access to Windows Firewall settings in Windows 7? * Network and Sharing Center applet in Control Panel * Windows Firewall applet in Control Panel * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Update & Security -> Windows Security -> Firewall & network protection * Internet Options (Security tab)
Windows Firewall applet in Control Panel
Which of the following locations provide access to proxy settings in Windows? (Select 2 answers) * Windows Settings menu -> System -> Network & Internet -> Proxy * Windows Control Panel -> Internet Options -> Privacy tab -> Advanced -> Proxy server * Windows Settings menu -> Network & Internet -> Proxy * Windows Control Panel -> Internet Options -> Connections tab -> LAN settings -> Proxy server * Windows Settings menu -> Update & Security -> Proxy * Windows Control Panel -> Network and Sharing Center -> Change adapter settings -> Proxy server
Windows Settings menu -> Network & Internet -> Proxy Windows Control Panel -> Internet Options -> Connections tab -> LAN settings -> Proxy server
Which of the following locations in Windows 10 provide access to configuration options for connecting a network printer to a PC (network printer mapping)? (Select 2 answers) * Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> right-click on a selected printer -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> Add printers & scanners -> Add a printer or scanner -> select a printer -> Add Device * Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> Add a printer * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> select a printer -> Manage -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab
Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> Add printers & scanners -> Add a printer or scanner -> select a printer -> Add Device Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> Add a printer
Which of the following locations in Windows 10 provide access to configuration options that allow to share a local printer with other PCs on a network? (Select 2 answers) * Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> Add a printer * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> select a printer -> Manage -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab * Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> right-click on a selected printer -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab * Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> Add printers & scanners -> Add a printer or scanner -> select a printer -> Add Device
Windows Start button -> Settings -> Devices -> Printers & scanners -> select a printer -> Manage -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab Control Panel -> Devices and Printers applet -> right-click on a selected printer -> Printer Properties -> Sharing tab
Which of the following locations provide access to display settings in Windows 10? (Select 2 answers) * Display applet in Windows Control Panel (Icons view) * Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view) * Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display * Programs and Features applet in Windows Control Panel * Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
Which of the following locations enable adjustments to the volume of sound in Windows 8/8.1/10? (Select 2 answers) * System applet in Control Panel * Windows Taskbar notification area * Sounds and Audio Devices applet in Control Panel * AutoPlay applet in Control Panel * Sound applet in Control Panel
Windows Taskbar notification area Sound applet in Control Panel
Which of the following answers describes the correct sequence of steps for accessing the manual configuration interface for IPv4 connections in MS Windows? * Control Panel (Category view) -> Network and Internet -> Internet Options -> Advanced tab -> select Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the connection components list -> click the Properties button -> fill in the required fields * Control Panel (Icon view) -> Network and Sharing Center applet -> Change adapter settings -> right-click on the device -> select Properties from the pop-up menu -> select Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the connection components list -> click the Properties button -> fill in the required fields * Control Panel (Category view) -> Network and Internet -> Network and Sharing Center applet -> Change adapter settings -> select Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the connection components list -> click the Properties button -> fill in the required fields * Control Panel (Icon view) -> Internet Options applet -> Connections tab -> click the "LAN settings" button -> select Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the connection components list -> click the Properties button -> fill in the required fields
Control Panel (Icon view) -> Network and Sharing Center applet -> Change adapter settings -> right-click on the device -> select Properties from the pop-up menu -> select Internet Protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the connection components list -> click the Properties button -> fill in the required fields
Which Control Panel applet in Windows allows to manage usernames and passwords for websites, connected applications and networks? * User Accounts * Credential Manager * Security and Maintenance * Ease of Access Center
Credential Manager
A Microsoft online service used for patching up system vulnerabilities, improving system performance, and fixing coding errors found in Windows software is known as: * Action Center * Windows Update * Security Center * Windows Store
Windows Update
Which of the following key combinations can be used to launch Windows Explorer (Windows 7) / File Explorer (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows? * Windows logo key + E * Ctrl + Shift + Esc * Windows logo key + F * Ctrl + Alt + Delete
Windows logo key + E
Which of the following statements describing different methods for organizing Windows-based computers in networks are true? (Select 3 answers) * Windows-based computers on home networks must be part of a HomeGroup * Windows-based computers on a network must be part of a workgroup or a domain * Windows-based computers on workplace networks are usually part of a domain * Windows-based computers on workplace networks are usually part of a workgroup * Windows-based computers on home networks are usually part of a workgroup * Windows-based computers on home networks are usually part of a domain
Windows-based computers on a network must be part of a workgroup or a domain Windows-based computers on workplace networks are usually part of a domain Windows-based computers on home networks are usually part of a workgroup
Which of the statements listed below apply to Windows workgroups? (Select 3 answers) * Security policies and permissions in workgroups are administered centrally * Logging on to any computer on the workgroup requires a single account * Workgroups typically consist of no more than twenty computers * There is no limit on the number of hosts that can become a part of a single workgroup * Logging on to any computer in the workgroup requires an account on that computer * Each computer in the workgroup has its own security policy
Workgroups typically consist of no more than twenty computers Logging on to any computer in the workgroup requires an account on that computer Each computer in the workgroup has its own security policy
Windows Task Manager can be launched by: (Select all that apply) * Ctrl+Shift+Esc key combination * Double-clicking on the applet's icon shortcut in the Administrative Tools folder * Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete and selecting the Task Manager option from the menu screen * Selecting the Task Manager applet in Windows Control Panel * Right-clicking on the Windows Taskbar and selecting Task Manager * Typing taskmgr (or taskmgr.exe) in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter * Pressing simultaneously the Windows and R keys, typing taskmgr (or taskmgr.exe) in the Run window, and pressing Enter
Ctrl+Shift+Esc key combination Pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete and selecting the Task Manager option from the menu screen Right-clicking on the Windows Taskbar and selecting Task Manager Typing taskmgr (or taskmgr.exe) in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter Pressing simultaneously the Windows and R keys, typing taskmgr (or taskmgr.exe) in the Run window, and pressing Enter
A network protocol providing an alternative solution to the manual allocation of IP addresses is known as: * DNS * SNMP * NAT * DHCP
DHCP
Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) addresses are valid only for communications within a network segment that a given host is connected to. A host with APIPA-assigned address (i.e. an IP address in the range between 169.254.0.1 and 169.254.255.254) cannot connect to the Internet. The assignment of APIPA address typically indicates a problem related to: * SNMP * DNS * SMTP * DHCP
DHCP
Which of the following answers refers to a system containing mappings of domain names to various types of data, such as numerical IP addresses? * TCP/IP * DNS * SQL * DHCP
DNS
In order to connect to a website and display its contents, a URL entered in the web browser address bar needs to be translated into an IP address. Which of the servers listed below is used to handle this type of request? * DNS server * Proxy server * DHCP server * Web server
DNS server
Which of the following commands launches a command interpreter utility in Windows? * shell * cmd * terminal * prompt
cmd
Which of the following Internet access types takes advantage of PSTN lines? * Ethernet * Mobile broadband * Dial-up * Optical fiber
Dial-up
Which of the following settings are used for establishing a dial-up connection in Windows? (Select 3 answers) Dial-up phone number Encryption type User name Security type Password Destination name
Dial-up phone number User name Password
An MS Windows system utility designed to improve file access speed by rearranging data stored on a disk or drive is called: * format * defrag * chkdsk * diskpart
defrag
Which of the following launches a GUI system utility for managing HDDs in Windows? * diskpart.exe * control.exe * diskmgmt.msc * compmgmt.msc * devmgmt.msc
diskmgmt.msc
Which of the locations listed below enable access to computer display configuration settings in Windows 7/8/8.1? (Select 3 answers) * Programs and Features applet in Windows Control Panel * Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area * Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display -> System -> Display in Windows Start menu * Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view) * The Display applet icon in Windows Control Panel (Icons view)
Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view) The Display applet icon in Windows Control Panel (Icons view)
A Microsoft Windows application utility that displays details about computer's hardware configuration, computer components, software, and device drivers is known as: * msconfig.exe * winver.exe * msinfo32.exe * control.exe
msinfo32.exe
Which of the following system utilities in MS Windows provides access to a database containing system configuration information? * winver * msconfig * regedit * msinfo32
regedit
Which other command-line command besides regedit can be used to launch registry editor in Windows? * regdt * regedit32 * msconfig * regedt32
regedt32
Which of the following system utilities in Windows enables managing background applications? * msconfig * appwiz.cpl * mstsc * services.msc
services.msc
The System Configuration utility in MS Windows can be launched by: (Select 3 answers) * Typing msconfig.msc in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter * Double-clicking on the System Configuration icon shortcut in the Administrative Tools folder * Typing msconfig (or msconfig.exe) in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter * Double-clicking on the System Configuration icon shortcut in Windows Control Panel folder * Pressing simultaneously the Windows and R keys, typing msconfig (or msconfig.exe) in the Run window, and pressing Enter * Double-clicking on the System Configuration icon shortcut in Windows Settings menu * Typing sysconfig (or sysconfig.exe) in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter
Double-clicking on the System Configuration icon shortcut in the Administrative Tools folder Typing msconfig (or msconfig.exe) in the Command Prompt and pressing Enter Pressing simultaneously the Windows and R keys, typing msconfig (or msconfig.exe) in the Run window, and pressing Enter
Which of the following is an MS Windows diagnostic tool for detecting display, sound, and input related problems? * DxDiag * MSConfig * SFC * DirectX
DxDiag
Which of the following terms describes the most common type of wired connections used in modern networks? * Coax * WiMAX * Ethernet * Token Ring
Ethernet
When a program installed in Windows stops responding or encounters an error, logs describing the error can be examined with the use of: * Event Viewer * System Information utility * Resource Monitor * System menu in Control Panel
Event Viewer
The practice of allowing a program through a firewall is described as creating a(n): * Tunnel * Static route * Exception * Event
Exception
The "View by Category" option in Windows Control Panel allows for displaying entire contents of the Control Panel in a single window enabling quick access to each Control Panel applet. True False
False
The Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel provides access to Windows Firewall (Windows 7) / Windows Defender Firewall (Windows 8/8.1/10) configuration settings. True False
False
What is the name of a GUI-based file and folder manager application in Windows 10? * Gentoo * File Explorer * Konqueror * Finder
File Explorer
Which of the following locations in Windows 8/8.1/10 allows to create a shortcut to a shared folder or computer on a network? * Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel * File Explorer -> This PC -> Computer tab -> Map Network drive * Windows Explorer -> Computer -> Map network drive * Shared Folders menu in the Computer Management utility
File Explorer -> This PC -> Computer tab -> Map Network drive
Which of the following provides access to file/folder management settings in Windows 10? * Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel * Administrative Tools in Windows Control Panel * File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel * System Configuration applet in Windows Control Panel
File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel
Which of the following provides access to file/folder management settings in Windows 7? * Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel * Administrative Tools in Windows Control Panel * File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel * System Configuration applet in Windows Control Panel
Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel
In Windows Disk Management utility on a local computer, a dynamic disk that has been moved from another computer and found by the OS is labeled as: * Offline * Foreign * Connected * Online
Foreign
Which of the following tabs of the Windows Internet Properties applet provides an option for deleting temporary Internet files, cookies, web browsing history, Internet Explorer saved passwords, and saved data typed into web forms? * General * Privacy * Advanced * Security
General
Which of the tabs of the System Configuration utility in Windows contains the Diagnostic startup option? * Tools * General * Services * Startup * Boot
General
Which tab of the MSConfig utility in Windows lists choices for startup configuration modes? * Services * Boot * General * Startup * Tools
General
Which of the power-saving states in MS Windows uses the least amount of power? * Standby * Sleep * Hibernation * Suspend
Hibernation
In MS Windows, the "$" sign appended to the end of the name of a network share indicates that the shared folder or drive is: * Hidden * Inaccessible * Visible to any user * Encrypted
Hidden
What is the name of a network layer protocol that specifies the format of packets and addressing scheme in network communications? * UDP * IP * TCP * NetBIOS
IP
A type of logical numeric identifier assigned to every single computer host or other device on a TCP/IP-based network is known as: * MAC address * SSID * IP address * Host ID
IP address
Which of the following answers list(s) data required for manual configuration of network adapter settings in MS Windows? (Select all that apply) * IP address * Subnet mask * Default gateway * MAC address * DNS server address * SSID (a.k.a. network name)
IP address Subnet mask Default gateway DNS server address
Which of the following locations in Windows provide access to dial-up and VPN settings? (Select 3 answers) * Phone and Modem * System Configuration * Internet Options (Connections tab) * Network and Sharing Center * Windows Mobility Center * Settings menu
Internet Options (Connections tab) Network and Sharing Center Settings menu
Which of the following locations in MS Windows provide(s) access to the Internet Properties (inetcpl.cpl) system utility? (Select all that apply) * Internet Options applet in Windows Control Panel * Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel * Ease of Access applet in Windows Control Panel * Internet Options menu item in Microsoft Edge Tools menu * Windows Run dialog box (after typing in inetcpl.cpl and pressing Enter) * Internet Options menu item in Internet Explorer's Tools menu
Internet Options applet in Windows Control Panel Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel Windows Run dialog box (after typing in inetcpl.cpl and pressing Enter) Internet Options menu item in Internet Explorer's Tools menu
Which of the following settings are used for establishing a VPN connection in Windows? (Select 3 answers) * Network name * Internet address (domain name or IPv4/IPv6 address) * Security type * Destination name * Encryption type * Smart card (optional)
Internet address (domain name or IPv4/IPv6 address) Destination name Smart card (optional)
Which of the following Microsoft Windows components allow system administrators to enable/disable user accounts? (Select 2 answers) * User Accounts in the Administrative Tools folder * Local Users and Groups in Control Panel * User Account Control (UAC) * Local Users and Groups in Computer Management * User Accounts in Control Panel
Local Users and Groups in Computer Management User Accounts in Control Panel
Which of the following statements apply to Windows domains? (Select 3 answers) * Logging on to any computer on a Windows domain requires a single set of credentials * Security policies and permissions on a Windows domain are administered centrally * Windows domains are based on Peer-to-Peer (P2P) networking architecture * Each computer on a Windows domain has its own security policy * Windows domains are based on client-server networking architecture * All members of a Windows domain must be on the same local network or subnet
Logging on to any computer on a Windows domain requires a single set of credentials Security policies and permissions on a Windows domain are administered centrally Windows domains are based on client-server networking architecture
A type of customizable framework providing access to a collection of system tools designed to manage networks, computers, services, and other system components in Windows is known as: * Control Panel * PowerShell * MMC * Administrative Tools
MMC
Which of the following answers refers to the MS Windows client application for Remote Desktop Services (RDS)? * GoToMyPC * RDP * TeamViewer * MSTSC
MSTSC
Which of the Control Panel applets in Windows 8/8.1/10 can be used for checking basic information about the network connection status and setting up network connections? * Networking * Phone and Modem * Internet Options * Network and Sharing Center
Network and Sharing Center
What type of configuration info is used for setting up a wireless connection in Windows? (Select all that apply) * Network name * Smart card (optional) * Encryption type * Destination name * Security type * Internet address (domain name or IPv4/IPv6 address) * Security key
Network name Encryption type Security type Security key
A simple Windows text-editing utility that can be launched from any place in the Command Prompt without the need for specifying path to the application's executable file location is called: * Notepad * Writer * Explorer * WordPad
Notepad
Which of the following would be the most important considerations when installing computer applications? (Select 3 answers) * OS compatibility * Minimum amount of drive space * CPU speed * Graphics adapter * Minimum amount of RAM
OS compatibility Minimum amount of drive space Minimum amount of RAM
Which of the following disk status options in Windows Disk Management utility indicates that a dynamic disk might be corrupted or intermittently unavailable? * Foreign * Unallocated * Offline * Disconnected
Offline
What is the correct sequence of steps required to close a non-responsive user application in Task Manager in Windows 7? * On the Processes tab, right-click the program that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the Applications tab, right-click the program that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the Performance tab, right-click the program that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the App history tab, right-click the program that isn't responding, click End Task button
On the Applications tab, right-click the program that isn't responding, click End Task button
Which of the following answers describes the correct sequence of steps required to close a non-responsive user application or process in Task Manager in Windows 8/8.1/10? * On the App history tab, right-click the program/process that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the Performance tab, right-click the program/process that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the Processes tab, right-click the program/process that isn't responding, click End Task button * On the Applications tab, right-click the program/process that isn't responding, click End Task button
On the Processes tab, right-click the program/process that isn't responding, click End Task button
In Windows Disk Management utility, a normal disk status indicating that the disk is ready for read/write operations is labeled as: * Accessible * Online * Ready * Initialized
Online
Which of the following disk status options in Windows Disk Management utility indicates Input/Output (I/O) errors on a dynamic disk/volume? (Select 2 answers) * Failed * Unreadable * Online (Errors) * Unknown * Healthy (At Risk)
Online (Errors) Healthy (At Risk)
Which of the following allows to hide extensions for known file types in Windows 8/8.1/10? * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to hide extensions for known file types in Windows 7? * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to view hidden files, folders, and drives in Windows 7? * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to view hidden files, folders, and drives in Windows 8/8.1/10? * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab * Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the Windows Task Manager tabs in Windows 8/8.1/10 includes the information about the network resources usage listed under Networking tab in previous releases of the Microsoft OS? * Applications * Processes * Performance * Services
Performance
Which of the following answers describe the features of Windows Remote Desktop tool? (Select 3 answers) * Permanent remote access * The host and invited user share control over host's mouse and keyboard * Access based on local password (local user account password) * Windows tool used for connecting remotely to the user's own computer * The host and invited user can both see the host's screen * Windows tool used for assisted remote troubleshooting * Access based on one-time password * Temporal remote access
Permanent remote access Access based on local password (local user account password) Windows tool used for connecting remotely to the user's own computer
In Windows Disk Management utility, a dynamic disk status set to Offline/Missing indicates that the missing disk may be: (Select 3 answers) * Powered down * Unallocated * Corrupted * Not initialized * Disconnected
Powered down Corrupted Disconnected
In Windows Disk Management utility, initializing a disk: (Select 2 answers) * Keeps data stored on disk intact * Converts a basic disk to dynamic disk * Prepares a newly added disk for use by Windows * Changes a dynamic disk back to a basic disk * Erases data on disk
Prepares a newly added disk for use by Windows Erases data on disk
A Windows Internet Properties applet tab containing an option for managing pop-up windows displayed by websites is called: * Security * Programs * Privacy * General
Privacy
What is the name of a Windows Internet Properties applet tab providing access to advanced cookie management options? * Programs * Privacy * Connections * Security
Privacy
A Windows Internet Properties system utility tab containing an option for managing Internet Explorer web browser add-ons is called: * Privacy * General * Security * Programs
Programs
In computer networking, a computer system or an application that acts as an intermediary between another computer and the Internet is commonly referred to as: * Bridge * Active hub * Server * Proxy
Proxy
A Windows network profile that hides a computer from other devices on the network and makes it unavailable for file and printer sharing is known as: * Home * Private * Work * Public
Public
Which network profile in Windows by default disables the network discovery feature? * Home * Private * Work * Public
Public
Which of the Windows network profiles imposes the strongest security settings? * Home * Private * Work * Public
Public
Which of the following provides access to Remote Assistance and Remote Desktop configuration settings in Windows? * Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel * Advanced tab of the System Properties (sysdm.cpl) utility * Remote settings in the System applet in Windows Control Panel * Network and Sharing applet in Windows Control Panel
Remote settings in the System applet in Windows Control Panel
The System Protection tab of the System Properties (sysdm.cpl) utility in Windows provides options for managing: * Memory usage * Restore points * User accounts * Network security
Restore points
Which of the following enables decreasing partition size in Windows Disk Management utility? * Right-click on a disk and select the Shrink Volume menu option * Right-click on a disk and set the disk space limits on the Quota tab in the Properties menu * Select a disk, then choose Shrink Volume from the Disk Management Action menu * Right-click on a disk and select Shrink Volume on the Tools tab in the Properties menu
Right-click on a disk and select the Shrink Volume menu option
The System Configuration utility tab containing a list of background applications that can be enabled/disabled during system startup is called: * Boot * Applications * Services * General * Tools
Services
Which of the following enables partition split in Windows Disk Management utility? * Right-click on a disk and set the disk space limits on the Quota tab in the Properties menu * Shrink a volume, then create a new simple volume from the adjacent unallocated space * Right-click on a disk and select the Split Volume menu option * Select a disk, then choose Split Volume from the Disk Management Action menu
Shrink a volume, then create a new simple volume from the adjacent unallocated space
Which of the volume types available in Windows Disk Management utility do not offer fault tolerance? (Select 3 answers) * Simple volume * Spanned volume * Striped volume * Mirrored volume * Striped with parity volume
Simple volume Spanned volume Striped volume
A power management mode in Windows that draws small amount of power, saves the system state in RAM, and allows for quick resuming of full-power operation with the use of a power button or on command is known as: (Select 2 answers) * Power saver * Sleep/suspend * High performance * Standby * Hibernation
Sleep/suspend Standby
