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Which Windows Server version was ADUC first introduced in?
Which Windows Server version was ADUC first introduced in?
What does MMC stand for?
What does MMC stand for?
What can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
What can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
Which type of group in Active Directory is used for granting access to resources?
Which type of group in Active Directory is used for granting access to resources?
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What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
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Where do computer objects automatically go when they are joined to a domain in Active Directory?
Where do computer objects automatically go when they are joined to a domain in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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Which of the following must be done before enabling AD Recycle Bin?
Which of the following must be done before enabling AD Recycle Bin?
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How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
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What is the purpose of fine-grained password policies in Windows Server 2008?
What is the purpose of fine-grained password policies in Windows Server 2008?
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Which of the following is the correct definition of UPN in Active Directory?
Which of the following is the correct definition of UPN in Active Directory?
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What does DN stand for in Active Directory?
What does DN stand for in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
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Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
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ADUC stands for Active Directory Users and Computers.
ADUC stands for Active Directory Users and Computers.
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ADUC has been around since Windows Server 2000.
ADUC has been around since Windows Server 2000.
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MMC stands for Microsoft Management Control.
MMC stands for Microsoft Management Control.
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MMC is a collection of snap-ins that are administrative tools.
MMC is a collection of snap-ins that are administrative tools.
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MMC can be used to manage server roles, such as DNS and DHCP.
MMC can be used to manage server roles, such as DNS and DHCP.
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Active Directory Users and Computers is a standalone snap-in and cannot be added to the MMC console.
Active Directory Users and Computers is a standalone snap-in and cannot be added to the MMC console.
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ADUC is primarily used for managing users and computers in Active Directory.
ADUC is primarily used for managing users and computers in Active Directory.
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True or false: UPNs are used to recognize users in Active Directory.
True or false: UPNs are used to recognize users in Active Directory.
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True or false: Security principals refer to entities that can be authenticated by the operating system.
True or false: Security principals refer to entities that can be authenticated by the operating system.
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True or false: DNs are used to reference objects in Active Directory.
True or false: DNs are used to reference objects in Active Directory.
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True or false: ADAC is a suite of tools introduced in Windows Server 2012 R2.
True or false: ADAC is a suite of tools introduced in Windows Server 2012 R2.
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True or false: ADAC is a redesigned user interface tool built on top of Windows PowerShell.
True or false: ADAC is a redesigned user interface tool built on top of Windows PowerShell.
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True or false: Active Directory Recycle Bin allows for the recovery of deleted objects without bringing down a domain controller.
True or false: Active Directory Recycle Bin allows for the recovery of deleted objects without bringing down a domain controller.
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True or false: Enabling AD Recycle Bin requires turning off a domain controller and using Directory Services Restore Mode.
True or false: Enabling AD Recycle Bin requires turning off a domain controller and using Directory Services Restore Mode.
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True or false: OUs serve as a way to group and organize objects in Active Directory.
True or false: OUs serve as a way to group and organize objects in Active Directory.
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True or false: It is important to plan out an OU structure while an organization is small to avoid drastic changes later.
True or false: It is important to plan out an OU structure while an organization is small to avoid drastic changes later.
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True or false: User Account objects, Computer Account objects, Groups, and OUs are the types of objects found in Active Directory.
True or false: User Account objects, Computer Account objects, Groups, and OUs are the types of objects found in Active Directory.
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True or false: Attributes/Properties are displayed in human-readable form and are also known as 'Friendly Names'.
True or false: Attributes/Properties are displayed in human-readable form and are also known as 'Friendly Names'.
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True or false: The User object in Active Directory represents a person who has rights and permissions on the Directory.
True or false: The User object in Active Directory represents a person who has rights and permissions on the Directory.
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True or false: Security groups in Active Directory are used for granting access to resources, while Distribution groups are used for email communication.
True or false: Security groups in Active Directory are used for granting access to resources, while Distribution groups are used for email communication.
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True or false: Computer objects in Active Directory are joined to the 'Computers' OU by default when they are joined to the domain.
True or false: Computer objects in Active Directory are joined to the 'Computers' OU by default when they are joined to the domain.
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True or false: AD Recycle Bin can be enabled in any domain and forest functionality level.
True or false: AD Recycle Bin can be enabled in any domain and forest functionality level.
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True or false: Enabling AD Recycle Bin is a reversible step.
True or false: Enabling AD Recycle Bin is a reversible step.
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True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies can only be applied to all users in a domain in Windows Server 2008.
True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies can only be applied to all users in a domain in Windows Server 2008.
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True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies allow for different password and account lockout policies for different sets of users in a domain.
True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies allow for different password and account lockout policies for different sets of users in a domain.
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True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies can be set up in Active Directory domains prior to Windows Server 2008.
True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies can be set up in Active Directory domains prior to Windows Server 2008.
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True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies are covered in the NTWK-8090: Server Planning lecture.
True or false: Fine-Grained Password Policies are covered in the NTWK-8090: Server Planning lecture.
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True or false: MMC Snap-ins are used to manage computer objects in Active Directory.
True or false: MMC Snap-ins are used to manage computer objects in Active Directory.
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True or false: Computer objects automatically go to the Deleted Objects OU when joined to a domain in Active Directory.
True or false: Computer objects automatically go to the Deleted Objects OU when joined to a domain in Active Directory.
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True or false: Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) is used for managing fine-grained password policies.
True or false: Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) is used for managing fine-grained password policies.
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What is the purpose of Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC)?
What is the purpose of Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC)?
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What is MMC?
What is MMC?
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What is the role of MMC in managing server roles and services?
What is the role of MMC in managing server roles and services?
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What is the primary function of ADAC (Active Directory Admin Center)?
What is the primary function of ADAC (Active Directory Admin Center)?
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What are some examples of objects that can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
What are some examples of objects that can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
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When was ADUC first introduced?
When was ADUC first introduced?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of UPNs in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of UPNs in Active Directory?
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What are security principals in Active Directory?
What are security principals in Active Directory?
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What does DN stand for in Active Directory?
What does DN stand for in Active Directory?
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What is ADAC and what are its main additions?
What is ADAC and what are its main additions?
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How does ADAC help administrators learn Windows PowerShell for Active Directory?
How does ADAC help administrators learn Windows PowerShell for Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of Active Directory Recycle Bin?
What is the purpose of Active Directory Recycle Bin?
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Why is SID important in Active Directory?
Why is SID important in Active Directory?
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What are the core tasks in ADUC?
What are the core tasks in ADUC?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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What are the types of objects found in Active Directory?
What are the types of objects found in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of fine-grained password policies in Windows Server 2008?
What is the purpose of fine-grained password policies in Windows Server 2008?
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Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
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What are the requirements for enabling AD Recycle Bin?
What are the requirements for enabling AD Recycle Bin?
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What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
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What is the main addition of ADAC (Active Directory Admin Center)?
What is the main addition of ADAC (Active Directory Admin Center)?
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What types of objects can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
What types of objects can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
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What is the role of MMC (Microsoft Management Console) in managing server roles and services?
What is the role of MMC (Microsoft Management Console) in managing server roles and services?
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Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
Why is Active Directory Recycle Bin important for recovering deleted objects?
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How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
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ADUC stands for Active Directory Users and ______
ADUC stands for Active Directory Users and ______
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MMC stands for Microsoft Management ______
MMC stands for Microsoft Management ______
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ADUC was an MMC ______
ADUC was an MMC ______
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Active Directory Users and Computers is a ______ that works either as a standalone snap-in, or added into the MMC console
Active Directory Users and Computers is a ______ that works either as a standalone snap-in, or added into the MMC console
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What do you do in ______
What do you do in ______
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MMC contains Snap-ins, such as Active Directory Users and Computers, which allow you to ______ these services
MMC contains Snap-ins, such as Active Directory Users and Computers, which allow you to ______ these services
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Active Directory Users and Computers is the most popular method of managing ______ and ______ in Active Directory
Active Directory Users and Computers is the most popular method of managing ______ and ______ in Active Directory
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OUs serve as a way to group and organize ______ in Active Directory
OUs serve as a way to group and organize ______ in Active Directory
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It is imperative that you plan out a OU structure while an organization is small, to avoid drastic changes later
It is imperative that you plan out a OU structure while an organization is small, to avoid drastic changes later
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Active Directory is home to a large number of objects, but these can be classified as a number of types and subtypes
Active Directory is home to a large number of objects, but these can be classified as a number of types and subtypes
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______s in Active Directory are collections of Users and Computers
______s in Active Directory are collections of Users and Computers
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Security groups are used for granting access to resources, while Distribution groups are used for email communication
Security groups are used for granting access to resources, while Distribution groups are used for email communication
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Computer objects automatically go to the 'Computers' OU when joined to a domain in Active Directory
Computer objects automatically go to the 'Computers' OU when joined to a domain in Active Directory
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MMC Snap-ins are used to manage computer objects in Active Directory
MMC Snap-ins are used to manage computer objects in Active Directory
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Before AD Recycle Bin is enabled – a few things must be done: Domain and Forest functionality levels must be at least Server 2008 R2 or higher. It must be enabled, which is an irreversible step (done either through ADAC or PowerShell). Then simply go to the “Deleted Objects” OU
Before AD Recycle Bin is enabled – a few things must be done: Domain and Forest functionality levels must be at least Server 2008 R2 or higher. It must be enabled, which is an irreversible step (done either through ADAC or PowerShell). Then simply go to the “Deleted Objects” OU
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Fine-Grained Password Polices will be covered in a later NTWK-8090: Server Planning lecture. The Windows Server 2008 operating system provides organizations with a way to define different password and account lockout policies for different sets of users in a domain. In Active Directory domains prior to Windows Server 2008, only one password policy and account lockout policy could be applied to all users in the domain
Fine-Grained Password Polices will be covered in a later NTWK-8090: Server Planning lecture. The Windows Server 2008 operating system provides organizations with a way to define different password and account lockout policies for different sets of users in a domain. In Active Directory domains prior to Windows Server 2008, only one password policy and account lockout policy could be applied to all users in the domain
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End of Lecture, Questions.
End of Lecture, Questions.
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UPNs are the way that Active Directory recognizes ______.
UPNs are the way that Active Directory recognizes ______.
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Security principals are any entity that can be authenticated by the operating system, such as a user account, a computer account, or a thread or process that runs in the security context of a user or computer account, or the security groups for these ______.
Security principals are any entity that can be authenticated by the operating system, such as a user account, a computer account, or a thread or process that runs in the security context of a user or computer account, or the security groups for these ______.
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Active Directory uses a protocol known as LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol). Objects (groups, users, computers) are referenced using ______.
Active Directory uses a protocol known as LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol). Objects (groups, users, computers) are referenced using ______.
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ADAC is a new suite of tools that was introduced in Windows Server 2012 R2, that added and expanded upon the administrative and management features in Active ______.
ADAC is a new suite of tools that was introduced in Windows Server 2012 R2, that added and expanded upon the administrative and management features in Active ______.
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ADAC is a drastically redesigned “modern” UI from the old Active Directory Users and ______.
ADAC is a drastically redesigned “modern” UI from the old Active Directory Users and ______.
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ADAC is a user interface tool built on top of Windows ______.
ADAC is a user interface tool built on top of Windows ______.
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Accidental deletion of Security Principals is a common occurrence in Active ______.
Accidental deletion of Security Principals is a common occurrence in Active ______.
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What are the prerequisites for enabling AD Recycle Bin?
What are the prerequisites for enabling AD Recycle Bin?
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What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
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What can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
What can be managed using MMC Snap-ins?
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How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
How can AD Recycle Bin be enabled?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
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What is the significance of enabling AD Recycle Bin?
What is the significance of enabling AD Recycle Bin?
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What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for distribution groups in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
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Which of the following is NOT a use case for Group Policies in Active Directory?
Which of the following is NOT a use case for Group Policies in Active Directory?
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What are the two forms of Group Policies in Active Directory?
What are the two forms of Group Policies in Active Directory?
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Which tool is used to configure and modify Group Policy settings within Group Policy Objects (GPOs) on a local computer?
Which tool is used to configure and modify Group Policy settings within Group Policy Objects (GPOs) on a local computer?
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True or false: The Local Group Policy editor can be used to administer Domain Group Policies.
True or false: The Local Group Policy editor can be used to administer Domain Group Policies.
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What is the primary purpose of Group Policies in Active Directory?
What is the primary purpose of Group Policies in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for Group Policies in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for Group Policies in Active Directory?
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Which of the following is NOT a task that can be performed through Group Policy in Active Directory?
Which of the following is NOT a task that can be performed through Group Policy in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of the Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of the Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC) in Active Directory?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of Group Policies in Active Directory?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of Group Policies in Active Directory?
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What is the purpose of the Local Group Policy editor in Active Directory?
What is the purpose of the Local Group Policy editor in Active Directory?
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Which of the following is a key difference between Group Policy Preferences and Group Policy Policies?
Which of the following is a key difference between Group Policy Preferences and Group Policy Policies?
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Which of the following is true about Group Policies?
Which of the following is true about Group Policies?
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Which subtype of policies is used to manage applications and other types of policies?
Which subtype of policies is used to manage applications and other types of policies?
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What are the two subtypes of policies discussed in this class?
What are the two subtypes of policies discussed in this class?
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What is the purpose of the 'Not Configured' option in Group Policy settings?
What is the purpose of the 'Not Configured' option in Group Policy settings?
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What does the 'Enabled' option do in Group Policy settings?
What does the 'Enabled' option do in Group Policy settings?
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What does the 'Disabled' option do in Group Policy settings?
What does the 'Disabled' option do in Group Policy settings?
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What is the purpose of the 'Comment' field in Group Policy settings?
What is the purpose of the 'Comment' field in Group Policy settings?
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What does the 'Supported On' field in Group Policy settings indicate?
What does the 'Supported On' field in Group Policy settings indicate?
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What is required in order to use a new or custom group policy?
What is required in order to use a new or custom group policy?
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Which of the following is true about Group Policy Objects (GPOs)?
Which of the following is true about Group Policy Objects (GPOs)?
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What is the purpose of linking a GPO to an OU?
What is the purpose of linking a GPO to an OU?
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Which order do GPOs apply in to prevent conflicts?
Which order do GPOs apply in to prevent conflicts?
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What happens when a GPO is enforced?
What happens when a GPO is enforced?
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Which type of policies apply to users, regardless of which computer they log on to?
Which type of policies apply to users, regardless of which computer they log on to?
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Which type of policies apply to computers, regardless of who logs on to the computers?
Which type of policies apply to computers, regardless of who logs on to the computers?
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What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
What is the purpose of Active Directory Administrative Center (ADAC)?
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What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
What is the purpose of Fine-Grained Password Policies in Windows Server 2008?
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What is the purpose of organizational units (OUs) in Active Directory?
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What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
What is the primary use case for security groups in Active Directory?
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What is an example of a form of communication that became available with the introduction and growth of networks?
What is an example of a form of communication that became available with the introduction and growth of networks?
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What was the method for sending a memo to everyone in a company thirty years ago?
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What is a common feature of most homes and offices today?
What is a common feature of most homes and offices today?
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What has exploded in popularity in the last decade according to the text?
What has exploded in popularity in the last decade according to the text?
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What is a common way people are likely connected to a network even when not thinking about it?
What is a common way people are likely connected to a network even when not thinking about it?
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What is the focus of the chapter mentioned in the text?
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What type of network is designed around one person within a very limited boundary area, often using Bluetooth technology?
What type of network is designed around one person within a very limited boundary area, often using Bluetooth technology?
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Which type of network uses mesh topology and wireless technology?
Which type of network uses mesh topology and wireless technology?
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What was a key limitation of stand-alone personal computers in the late 1970s for larger companies?
What was a key limitation of stand-alone personal computers in the late 1970s for larger companies?
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What type of network connects computers in a single office or building?
What type of network connects computers in a single office or building?
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What was a significant advancement in computing during the 1980s?
What was a significant advancement in computing during the 1980s?
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What is the primary purpose of a wide area network (WAN)?
What is the primary purpose of a wide area network (WAN)?
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What is the primary purpose of dedicated servers in a network?
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What is the primary function of a network operating system in a network environment?
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What is the common classification used to differentiate LANs and WANs today?
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What is the role of servers in a wireless mesh network (WMN)?
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What is the main purpose of wireless mesh networks (WMN)?
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What is the primary role of a cloud-based network controller in managing a wireless mesh network (WMN)?
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What type of network can span buildings, states, countries, and continental boundaries?
What type of network can span buildings, states, countries, and continental boundaries?
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Which technology is commonly associated with Personal Area Networks (PANs)?
Which technology is commonly associated with Personal Area Networks (PANs)?
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What organization was formed in 1998 to unify computing, mobile communications, and the auto industry?
What organization was formed in 1998 to unify computing, mobile communications, and the auto industry?
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What type of network topology is characterized by multiple redundant connections, providing reliability and coverage across a wide area?
What type of network topology is characterized by multiple redundant connections, providing reliability and coverage across a wide area?
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What type of network has the capability to support multiple users accessing programs or files concurrently?
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What type of network involves publicly available communication lines and service providers?
What type of network involves publicly available communication lines and service providers?
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What differentiates a workstation from a server on a network?
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What is the primary reason for servers requiring more powerful hardware than workstations?
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What is the purpose of storing files on a server in a network?
What is the purpose of storing files on a server in a network?
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What is a cost-saving benefit of networks in terms of resources?
What is a cost-saving benefit of networks in terms of resources?
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What is the advantage of sharing applications over a network?
What is the advantage of sharing applications over a network?
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What is the role of network client software on workstations?
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Study Notes
Understanding Workstations and Servers in a Network
- Workstations can also function as a workstation and perform activities such as word processing, graphic design, and email.
- Workstations are connected to a network, also known as client computers, and must have a network interface card (NIC) to communicate with servers.
- Network client software comes with all operating systems today and allows computers to participate in the network.
- Being on a network allows users to store more information, share and receive information, use larger programs, and use hardware not attached directly to their computer.
- The differentiation between a workstation and a server is based on the operating system installed and the role it plays on the network.
- Servers typically need more powerful hardware than workstations due to their role on the network.
- Resources in a network can include printers, peripherals, disk storage, file access, and applications.
- Networks provide cost savings by allowing printers and storage space to be shared among multiple workstations.
- Servers can be allocated to store larger files used every day, freeing up disk space on client computers.
- Storing files on a server allows for periodic backup by the administrator and saves disk space by having one central copy of files.
- Applications can reside on the server and be used by workstations through a network connection, reducing the need to install applications on every computer in the office.
- Sharing applications over a network requires a special arrangement with the application vendor.
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