1.1 – Microsoft Windows An Overview of Windows

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Which Windows edition is designed for high-end desktops needing enhanced capabilities, supporting up to 6TB of RAM and four physical CPUs?

  • Windows 10 Pro
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Windows 10 Pro for Workstations (correct)
  • Windows 10 Enterprise

An organization wants to manage which applications can run on their Windows computers. Which Windows 10 feature would best accomplish this?

  • AppLocker (correct)
  • BranchCache
  • Windows Defender
  • BitLocker

A company wants to allow employees to remotely access their office desktops. Which edition of Windows 10 is required to enable a computer to act as a remote desktop host?

  • Windows 10 Pro (correct)
  • Only the Enterprise edition can act as a remote desktop host.
  • All editions of Windows 10 can act as a remote desktop host.
  • Windows 10 Home

What is the minimum amount of RAM required to run the 64-bit version of Windows 10?

<p>2 GB (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user needs full-disk encryption on their Windows 10 laptop. Which Windows 10 edition provides this feature?

<p>Windows 10 Pro (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An IT administrator needs to configure specific user interface elements for different users in their organization. Which Windows 10 Enterprise feature allows granular control of the user experience?

<p>Granular User Experience (UX) Control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which file system, also available in Windows Server, is included with Windows 10 Pro for Workstations and is designed for high-end systems?

<p>REFS (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of using Windows 10 Enterprise in a large organization, particularly for managing numerous desktops?

<p>Volume licensing options (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which edition of Windows 10 is typically pre-installed on computers purchased from retail stores, intended for home use?

<p>Windows 10 Home (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An organization with multiple remote sites wants to reduce the amount of data transferred over the WAN. Which Windows 10 Enterprise feature can help achieve this?

<p>BranchCache (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user needs to run an application that requires a DirectX 9 graphics device. Which minimum screen resolution is also required for compatibility?

<p>800x600 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a computer has a 64-bit version of Windows 10 Pro installed, what is the maximum amount of memory it can support?

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Why did Microsoft choose to name their operating system Windows 10 instead of Windows 9?

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For what main purpose would an IT department implement Active Directory in conjunction with Windows 10 Pro?

<p>To manage and control configurations of Windows devices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feature has been gradually removed from more recent versions of Windows 10?

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What should a technician do to ensure they are studying the correct information for the CompTIA 220-1102 exam?

<p>Download the latest exam objectives from the CompTIA website. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A user with Windows 10 Home wants to allow a technician to remotely control their computer for troubleshooting. What does Windows 10 Home allow in terms of remote desktop functionality?

<p>It can only act as a client. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum storage space required to install either the 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows 10?

<p>32 GB (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What Windows 10 feature provides antivirus and anti-malware capabilities?

<p>Windows Defender (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a user wants their files to be automatically backed up to Microsoft's cloud storage, which service integrates with Windows 10 Home to provide this functionality?

<p>OneDrive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Windows 10 Pro

The business/professional version of Windows 10, enabling remote desktop hosting and BitLocker.

BitLocker

A full disk encryption (FDE) technology included with Windows 10 Pro to protect data on a drive.

Windows 10 Pro for Workstations

Designed for high-end desktops needing enhanced capabilities, supporting more CPUs and RAM.

REFS (Resilient File System)

Microsoft's Resilient File System, providing enhanced capabilities for high-end workstations.

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Windows 10 Enterprise

An edition of Windows 10 designed for large organizations, supporting volume licensing and advanced management.

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AppLocker

Allows administrators to control which applications can run in a Windows enterprise environment.

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BranchCache

Caches files at a remote site, reducing bandwidth usage across wide area network connections.

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Granular UX Control

Granular User Experience control allows customization of features available to users.

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Windows 10 Home

Default Windows 10 edition for non-business use, integrates with Microsoft accounts and OneDrive.

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Windows Defender

Security feature in Windows 10 Home; provides antivirus and anti-malware protection.

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Cortana

Digital assistant included in some Windows 10 Home versions; usage has declined.

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Study Notes

  • The 220-1102 exam covers details from Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  • Microsoft supports Windows versions for five years post-release.
  • Download the latest exam objectives from the CompTIA website.
  • Windows 10 and 11 are very similar, knowledge of one aids in understanding the other.

Windows 10

  • First released in July 2015, Windows 10 has received numerous updates.
  • Microsoft skipped Windows 9 and went straight to Windows 10.
  • Windows 10 aims to be a universal operating system for desktops, laptops, phones, and all-in-one devices.
  • There have been over 12 versions of Windows 10.
  • Version 21H2, released in November 2021, is one of the most recent updates.

Windows 10 Home

  • Windows 10 Home is the default edition for non-work or non-enterprise environments.
  • Integrates with a Microsoft account for login and OneDrive backup.
  • Includes Windows Defender for antivirus and anti-malware protection.
  • Some versions include Cortana, though its use has decreased and is being removed from newer versions.

Windows 10 Pro

  • Windows 10 Pro is designed for business or professional use.
  • It has the ability to set systems up as a remote desktop host.
  • Includes BitLocker for full disk encryption (FDE).
  • Connects to an Active Directory server on a Windows domain for centralized IT management.

Windows 10 Pro for Workstations

  • It is built for high-end desktops needing enhanced performance.
  • Supports up to four physical CPUs and 6 terabytes of RAM.
  • Includes the Resilient File System (REFS), which is also available in Windows Server.

Windows 10 Enterprise

  • Windows 10 Enterprise is tailored for large organizations with many desktops.
  • Volume licensing is an option to reduce costs when deploying to multiple systems.
  • AppLocker enables administrators to control which applications can run in the enterprise.
  • BranchCache caches files at remote sites to reduce wide area network usage.
  • Granular user experience (UX) control allows customization of features, useful for kiosks.

Processor and Memory

  • Available in 32-bit (x86) and 64-bit (x64) versions.
  • Requires a 1 GHz or faster processor.
  • The 32-bit version needs 1 GB of RAM.
  • The 64-bit version needs a minimum of 2 GB of RAM.
  • Requires 32 GB of free storage space for both versions.
  • Needs a Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device or better with a WDDM driver.
  • Supports a minimum resolution of 800x600.

Windows 10 Edition Capabilities

Windows 10 Home:

  • No domain connection.
  • No BitLocker support.
  • Can only use a client for remote desktop.
  • No group policy management.
  • Supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory on 32-bit and 128 GB on 64-bit.

Windows 10 Pro, Pro for Workstations, Enterprise:

  • Full domain access.
  • BitLocker support.
  • Can be a client and host for remote desktop.
  • Group policy management is supported.
  • Supports a maximum of 4 GB of memory on 32-bit.
  • Windows 10 Pro supports 2 terabytes of memory in the 64-bit version.

Windows 10 Pro for Workstations and Enterprise:

  • Support up to 6 terabytes of memory in the 64-bit versions.

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