Question 1

Which of the following is used to uniquely identify a computer on a network?
A) network ID
B) ARP address
C) IP address
D) Serial number

Accepted Answer

An IP address is used to uniquely identify a computer on a network. A network ID is used to identify a specific network, but not a specific computer on that network. ARP address is used for mapping a network address to a physical address, but does not uniquely identify a computer. A serial number is specific to the hardware of the computer, but not used to identify it on a network.

Question 2

What component of UEFI helps to prevent malware from hijacking a system during or before the operating system load?
A) Execute Disable Bit
B) Secure Boot
C) UEFI Defender
D) Bootlocker

Accepted Answer

Secure Boot is a UEFI feature designed to prevent the loading of malicious or unauthorized firmware, drivers, or operating systems during the boot process. It verifies the digital signatures of firmware, drivers, and operating system boot loaders before they are loaded, ensuring they have not been tampered with by malware.

Question 3

The OEM version of Windows 7 can only be installed on a new PC for resale.

Accepted Answer

The OEM version of Windows 7 can only be installed on a new PC for resale, according to Microsoft's licensing agreement. It cannot be installed on a computer that has already been sold to an end user.

Question 4

For some brand-name computers, the hard drive contains a partition that can be used to reinstall Windows. What is the name for this partition?
A) reinstall partition
B) recovery partition
C) restore partition
D) rebuild partition

Accepted Answer

The name for the partition that can be used to reinstall Windows is the recovery partition.

Question 5

What is it called when software is used to simulate the hardware of a physical computer?
A) dual boot
B) Windows XP mode
C) virtual machine
D) compatibility mode

Accepted Answer

When software is used to simulate the hardware of a physical computer, it is called a virtual machine. Dual boot refers to having two operating systems installed on the same physical computer and being able to choose which one to use at startup. Windows XP mode and compatibility mode are specific features within the Windows operating system that provide compatibility with older software.

Question 6

When a partition is formatted with a file system and assigned a drive letter it is called a volume.

Accepted Answer

When a partition is formatted with a file system and assigned a drive letter it is indeed called a volume.

Question 7

The GUID Partition Table (GPT) method for partitioning a drive allows up to 128 partitions.

Accepted Answer

The GPT method allows up to 128 partitions, whereas the older MBR method only allows 4 primary partitions or 3 primary partitions and 1 extended partition with multiple logical drives.

Question 8

What is the name for a partition that has been formatted and assigned a drive letter?
A) partition
B) root
C) volume
D) container

Accepted Answer

A partition refers to a logical section of a physical hard drive, while a volume is a formatted and labeled partition that has been assigned a drive letter for easy access by the operating system and user. The root is the top level directory in a file system, and a container does not necessarily refer to a formatted partition with a drive letter.

Question 9

The price for Windows 7 is the same regardless of the edition and type of license you purchase.

Accepted Answer

The price for Windows 7 varies depending on the edition (such as Home Premium or Professional) and the type of license (such as OEM or retail).

Question 10

When a technician needs to start an image deployment, what version of Windows will be run on the target computer?
A) Windows 7 Starter
B) Windows 8 Starter
C) Windows PE
D) Windows XP

Accepted Answer

When a technician needs to start an image deployment, they will typically use Windows PE (Preinstallation Environment) which is a lightweight version of Windows that is designed for deployment tasks. It is not necessary to know the version of Windows that will be installed on the target computer as this will be determined by the image that is deployed. Windows PE allows for the technician to access the network and deploy the image to the target computer. Windows 7 Starter, Windows 8 Starter, and Windows XP are all versions of Windows that may be included in an image deployment, but they are not the version of Windows that will be running on the target computer during the deployment process.

Question 11

What important information is needed if you are installing an OEM version of Windows 7?
A) installation code
B) Receipt of purchase
C) OEM license
D) product key

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

If a clean install is performed on a hard drive with a previous install of Windows and the drive is not re-formatted during the install, where will the files from the old installation be?
A) system32
B) Windows
C) Windows.old
D) Program Files (Saved)

Accepted Answer

During a clean install of Windows, if the drive is not formatted, the old installation files will be stored in a folder named "Windows.old" in the root directory of the drive. This folder contains all the files from the previous installation, including the user files, system files, and application data. It is recommended to delete this folder after the installation as it takes a lot of storage space on the hard drive.  Therefore, the best choice is option C.

Question 13

What type of installation should you perform if you want to install a 64-bit version of Windows on a computer that already has a 32-bit OS installed?
A) clean install
B) dual boot
C) in-place upgrade
D) standard

Accepted Answer

A clean install is necessary to install a 64-bit version of Windows on a computer that already has a 32-bit OS installed. This is because a clean install involves wiping the hard drive and starting fresh with a new operating system, whereas an in-place upgrade simply updates the existing system without changing the architecture.

Question 14

If you wish to install a new OS without disturbing the old one so that you can boot to either OS, what type of boot setup should you create?
A) dual
B) cross
C) controlled
D) selective

Accepted Answer

A dual boot setup allows you to have multiple operating systems installed on the same computer, and choose which one to boot to at startup. This way, you can have both the old and new OS installed without disturbing the old one.

Question 15

What is used to change motherboard settings, finds a boot device, and contains instructions for running essential hardware before an OS is started?
A) kernel
B) device driver
C) setup UEFI/BIOS
D) system drive

Accepted Answer

Setup UEFI/BIOS is used to change motherboard settings, finds a boot device, and contains instructions for running essential hardware before an OS is started. Kernel refers to the central component of an operating system that manages the system's resources. Device drivers are software that allows the operating system to communicate with hardware devices. System drive refers to the primary hard drive where the operating system is installed.

Question 16

After installation, how many days do you have to activate Windows 7?
A) 7
B) 30
C) 45
D) 60

Accepted Answer

After installation, you have 30 days to activate Windows 7. Failure to activate within this time frame will result in the operating system entering "reduced functionality mode," which means that some features will be disabled until a valid license key is entered.

Question 17

Where should a user disable virus protection settings that might prevent the boot area of the hard drive from being altered?
A) Control Panel
B) BIOS setup
C) Device Manager
D) Computer

Accepted Answer

Virus protection settings that prevent the boot area of the hard drive from being altered are typically located in the BIOS setup. The BIOS manages the boot process, so any settings related to booting the computer or the hard drive will be found here. Disabling virus protection settings in the BIOS will allow changes to be made to the boot area of the hard drive. It is not recommended to disable virus protection settings in the Control Panel, Device Manager, or Computer settings, as these settings are not directly related to the boot area of the hard drive and could leave the computer vulnerable to malware.

Question 18

What type of OS should you install for best performance when you have enough RAM?
A) 8 bit
B) 16 bit
C) 32 bit
D) 64 bit

Accepted Answer

Installing a 64-bit OS is the best choice when you have enough RAM because it can access and utilize more than 4GB of RAM, which results in better performance and faster processing speeds.

Question 19

A computer must have a DVD drive in order to install Windows 8.

Accepted Answer

Windows 8 can be installed using a USB flash drive, by downloading the installation files directly from Microsoft, or through a network installation, not just from a DVD.

Question 20

The Master Boot Record (MBR) method of partitioning hard drives is limited to what maximum size of drives?
A) 1GB
B) 1TB
C) 2TB
D) 2PB

Accepted Answer

The MBR method of partitioning hard drives is limited to a maximum size of 2TB.

Quiz 2: Installing Windows

Which of the following is used to uniquely identify a computer on a network?

What component of UEFI helps to prevent malware from hijacking a system during or before the operating system load?

The OEM version of Windows 7 can only be installed on a new PC for resale.

For some brand-name computers, the hard drive contains a partition that can be used to reinstall Windows. What is the name for this partition?

What is it called when software is used to simulate the hardware of a physical computer?

When a partition is formatted with a file system and assigned a drive letter it is called a volume.

The GUID Partition Table (GPT) method for partitioning a drive allows up to 128 partitions.

What is the name for a partition that has been formatted and assigned a drive letter?

The price for Windows 7 is the same regardless of the edition and type of license you purchase.

When a technician needs to start an image deployment, what version of Windows will be run on the target computer?

What important information is needed if you are installing an OEM version of Windows 7?

If a clean install is performed on a hard drive with a previous install of Windows and the drive is not re-formatted during the install, where will the files from the old installation be?

What type of installation should you perform if you want to install a 64-bit version of Windows on a computer that already has a 32-bit OS installed?

If you wish to install a new OS without disturbing the old one so that you can boot to either OS, what type of boot setup should you create?

What is used to change motherboard settings, finds a boot device, and contains instructions for running essential hardware before an OS is started?

After installation, how many days do you have to activate Windows 7?

Where should a user disable virus protection settings that might prevent the boot area of the hard drive from being altered?

What type of OS should you install for best performance when you have enough RAM?

A computer must have a DVD drive in order to install Windows 8.

The Master Boot Record (MBR) method of partitioning hard drives is limited to what maximum size of drives?