Question 1

Which new installation option was introduced in Windows Server 2008 that is a bare-bones installation with a limited GUI?

Accepted Answer

The bare-bones installation with a limited GUI was introduced in Windows Server 2008 and is called Server Core. This option is designed for specific server roles that do not require a full GUI and can reduce the server's attack surface by minimizing the number of installed components.

Question 2

Windows 98 was the first Windows OS to use the Kerberos security system.

Accepted Answer

Windows 2000 was the first Windows OS to use the Kerberos security system.

Question 3

Which new tool introduced in Windows Server 2008 provides one location to set up, deploy, and manage server and server roles?

Accepted Answer

Server Manager is the new tool introduced in Windows Server 2008 that provides a single location to set up, deploy, and manage server and server roles. Server Core is a minimal server installation option and does not provide the same management capabilities as Server Manager. Active Directory and File Explorer are not specific tools for managing servers and server roles.

Question 4

You need to set up a new network with 15 workstations. You must provide access to network services for all 15 stations simultaneously and you have been told to use Active Directory in this network. Which OS should you use?

Accepted Answer

To use Active Directory, a Windows operating system with a server edition is required. Windows 2000 Server is the best choice for setting up the new network with 15 workstations and providing access to network services for all 15 stations simultaneously. Windows 2000 Professional is a desktop operating system and does not support Active Directory. Linux and Mac OS Server are capable of setting up networks, but they do not natively support Active Directory.

Question 5

The firewall in Windows 7 is enhanced to monitor incoming communications only.

Accepted Answer

The firewall in Windows 7 is enhanced to monitor both incoming and outgoing communications, not just incoming.

Question 6

If you suspect that a Windows problem is related to the database that stores hardware and software configuration information, which Windows component should you investigate?

Accepted Answer

The database that stores hardware and software configuration information in Windows is the Registry. Therefore, if you suspect a problem with this information, the Registry component should be investigated.

Question 7

Mac OS X allows multiple users to access the OS in their own workspaces.

Accepted Answer

Mac OS X has a multi-user capability that allows multiple users to have their own personalized settings, files, and applications on a single Mac computer. Each user logs into their own account, which prevents them from accessing another user's private data.

Question 8

From which OS did Windows XP evolve?

Accepted Answer

Windows XP evolved from the Windows 2000 operating system, which was geared towards business users. XP was released in 2001 and was designed for both home and business use.

Question 9

Which of the following features was first available in Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP?

Accepted Answer

64-bit Itanium support was first introduced in Windows Server 2003 and Windows XP, marking a significant advancement in the operating systems' capabilities to handle more memory and improve performance for 64-bit applications. Active Directory and Kerberos authentication were already available in Windows 2000, and the Component Object Model (COM) predates Windows 2000.

Question 10

Which of the following will be launched automatically if Windows 7 detects a problem while booting the system?

Accepted Answer

The Startup Repair Tool will be launched automatically by Windows 7 if it detects a problem while booting the system. This tool can diagnose and fix issues that are preventing the system from booting properly, such as corrupted system files or missing boot configuration data.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Windows NT security model?

Accepted Answer

While Windows NT does offer encryption options, it does not encrypt all network data by default.

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a feature first introduced in Windows 2000?

Accepted Answer

User accounts and passwords were first introduced in Windows NT, which preceded Windows 2000. Active Directory, Kerberos, and IntelliMirror were all introduced in Windows 2000.

Question 13

Which of the following is a new feature in Windows 7 that allows you to organize files from multiple locations?

Accepted Answer

Libraries is a new feature in Windows 7 that allows users to organize files from multiple locations into one virtual folder. This makes it easier to access and manage different types of files without having to navigate through different folder structures.

Question 14

The first true 32-bit operating system developed by Microsoft was Windows 3.1.

Accepted Answer

The first true 32-bit operating system developed by Microsoft was Windows NT in 1993. Windows 3.1 was a 16-bit operating system.

Question 15

You have created a number of different documents using several applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. These files are located in different folders on your hard drive. You want to be able to access these folders from a single location without actually moving them from their current location. What feature of Windows 7 can you use?

Accepted Answer

Windows 7 has a feature called "libraries" which allows users to access files from multiple folders in a single location without actually moving them from their original location. Libraries are essentially virtual folders that can include files from different physical folders. This feature can be very useful in organizing files and improving productivity.

Question 16

Which of the following features differentiated Windows NT from Windows 95/98?

Accepted Answer

Windows NT's kernel ran in privileged mode, providing better security and stability compared to Windows 95/98, which did not have this feature.

Question 17

Windows 95 used cooperative multitasking for 16-bit applications and preemptive multitasking for 32-bit applications.

Accepted Answer

Windows 95 used a hybrid approach to multitasking, using cooperative multitasking for 16-bit applications and preemptive multitasking for 32-bit applications.

Question 18

Which version of Windows Server has features for implementing a private cloud and comes with an option called Minimal Server Interface?

Accepted Answer

Windows Server 2012 has features such as Hyper-V and System Center that allow for the implementation of a private cloud. Additionally, it comes with an option called Minimal Server Interface which allows for a reduced graphical interface but still supports some management tools. Windows Server Core does not have a graphical interface at all. Windows Server 2008 and 2003 are older versions and do not have the same level of cloud computing capabilities as Windows Server 2012.

Question 19

In which Windows desktop OS was the Start button replaced by the Start screen?

Accepted Answer

The Start button was replaced by the Start screen in Windows 8.

Question 20

Which of the following OSs was the first to offer true 32-bit functionality?

Accepted Answer

Windows 95 was the first operating system from Microsoft that offered true 32-bit functionality. MS-DOS and Windows 3.1 were both 16-bit operating systems and Windows 98 came after Windows 95.

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