Microsoft Active Directory in Windows Domain Quiz
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When does Microsoft generally provide in support options for all versions of Windows?

  • Until five years after they're released (correct)
  • Until ten years after they're released
  • Indefinitely
  • Until five years before they're released

    • Why did Microsoft skip releasing Windows 9 and go directly to Windows 10?

  • To have a fresh start in naming (correct)
  • To merge Windows 8 and Windows 9 features
  • Due to technical difficulties
  • To align with Apple's operating system versions

    • How many different versions of Windows 10 have been made available to date?

  • Less than 3
  • More than 5
  • Over 12 (correct)
  • Exactly 5

    • What is the primary goal of Windows 10 according to the text?

    <p>To run on multiple platforms including phones and laptops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two Windows versions are specifically mentioned as important for the 220-1102 exam?

    <p>Windows 10 and Windows 11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it mentioned that familiarity with both Windows 10 and Windows 11 is important?

    <p>Because both operating systems are very similar to each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the default edition of Windows for anyone outside of a work or enterprise environment?

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

    Which version of Windows 10 includes the ability to set your system up as a remote desktop host?

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

    Which technology in Windows 10 provides full disk encryption?

    <p>BitLocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature has Microsoft started removing from their most recent versions of the Windows operating system?

    <p>Cortana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of Windows allows you to have up to four physical CPUs in the device?

    <p>Windows 10 Pro for Workstations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which version of Windows can an organization take advantage of volume licensing?

    <p>Windows 10 Enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature in Windows 10 allows an administrator to determine what applications can and cannot be run in an enterprise environment?

    <p>AppLocker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of Windows enables granular control of the user interface through UX control?

    <p>Windows 10 Enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum RAM required for the 64-bit version of Windows?

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

    Which version of Windows 10 does not support BitLocker?

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

    What is the maximum memory supported by the 32-bit version of Windows 10 Pro?

    <p>4 GB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Windows edition allows full domain access?

    <p>Windows 10 Enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resolution does Windows require a graphics device to support as a minimum?

    <p>800 x 600</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which version of Windows supports a maximum of six terabytes of memory?

    <p>Windows 10 Pro for Workstations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what type of environment would Windows workgroups be commonly used for device management?

    <p>Home environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of Windows does not have group policy management built into the operating system?

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

    What does using Microsoft’s active directory in a Windows domain enable users to have?

    <p>A single login for access to various resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is there usually a limitation on customization in a Windows domain?

    <p>To ensure quick recognition and troubleshooting by support personnel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What protocol is used in Windows for someone to connect and control the desktop of a remote Windows device?

    <p>Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Windows 10 edition does not allow the ability to have anyone connect to your device using the remote desktop service?

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

    What is the maximum amount of memory that Windows 10 Home can support?

    <p>128 GB</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which encryption method allows you to choose individual files or folders to be encrypted on your computer in Windows?

    <p>Encrypting File System (EFS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature in Windows allows someone to temporarily enable another person to connect to your local machine for assistance?

    <p>Remote Assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a Windows domain in a business environment?

    <p>To facilitate centralized user login and resource access</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What allows different operating systems to connect to a Windows machine using remote desktop protocol?

    <p>RDP clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which edition of Windows has the highest memory support among the mentioned versions?

    <p>Windows 10 Enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of performing a clean install of an operating system?

    <p>To delete everything on the system and reload all operating system files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you create Windows installation media for a clean install?

    <p>By downloading the files from Microsoft's website and using a media creation tool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation exists when upgrading between Windows versions in terms of bit architecture?

    <p>You can't upgrade from a 32-bit version to a 64-bit version</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required if you want to upgrade between a 32-bit and a 64-bit version of Windows?

    <p>Perform a clean install after backing up all your files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What path is available for upgrading between different editions of Windows?

    <p>Upgrade only within the same edition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When upgrading from Windows 10 Home, what is a permissible upgrade path?

    <p>Upgrade to Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended way to confirm available upgrade paths for your version of Windows?

    <p>Consult Microsoft's documentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required if you are running Windows 8.0 and want to upgrade to Windows 10?

    <p>First upgrade to Windows 8.1, then upgrade to Windows 10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does BitLocker provide in terms of encryption?

    <p>Full disk encryption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can an administrator manage devices using Windows Active Directory?

    <p>By using the Group Policy Editor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of performing an in-place upgrade in Windows?

    <p>To maintain consistency between versions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a full disk encryption scenario, if someone gains access to your computer without authenticating the OS, what data can they access?

    <p>None of the data on the drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool integrates with Active Directory for managing configuration policies?

    <p>Group Policy Management Console</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between performing an upgrade and an install in Windows?

    <p>An install keeps files and applications in place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option allows you to start using the new version of Windows without reloading applications or user files?

    <p>In-place upgrade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to user files during an in-place upgrade compared to a fresh installation?

    <p>User files are maintained during an in-place upgrade.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of maintaining consistency between versions when upgrading Windows?

    <p>Preserves user customizations, files, and applications from the previous version</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool allows administrators to push configuration changes across all devices in an enterprise environment?

    <p>Group Policy Management Console</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The CompTIA 220-1102 exam focuses on Windows 10 and Windows 11 versions, the current supported Windows operating systems.
    • Microsoft supports these versions for five years after release and provides exam objectives listing required Windows versions.
    • Windows 10 was released in July 2015 and offers one operating system for multiple platforms.
    • Windows 10 Home edition integrates with Microsoft account and OneDrive backup but lacks remote desktop hosting, domain access, and group policy management.
    • Windows 10 Pro is for businesses and includes remote desktop hosting, full disk encryption (BitLocker), and group policy management.
    • Windows 10 Pro for Workstations supports high-end desktops, has enhanced capabilities, and includes the Resilient File System (REFS).
    • Windows 10 Enterprise is designed for large enterprises, offers volume licensing, and includes advanced management capabilities such as AppLocker and granular user interface control.
    • Both Windows 10 (x86 and x64) require a 1 GHz processor, 32 GB free space, and Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with a WDDM driver while home editions have lower memory limits.
    • Enterprise capabilities include domain access, BitLocker, remote desktop hosting, and group policy management while home editions lack some of these features.
    • Windows includes productivity apps and media support but large enterprises use Active Directory Domain Services for centralized management.
    • Active Directory Domain Services is a centralized database used to manage and authenticate devices in a large infrastructure.
    • Windows workgroups are used in smaller environments to connect multiple devices on the same network, lacking centralized administration.
    • Active Directory in a Windows domain provides a centralized database for authentication and access to resources for multiple devices.

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    Test your knowledge about Microsoft's Active Directory and its role in a Windows domain environment. Explore how centralized databases facilitate access to resources, commonly used in business settings, and support large infrastructures with thousands of devices.

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