5 Questions
Which operating systems have UAC as a mandatory access control enforcement feature?
Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7
What is the purpose of User Account Control (UAC) in Microsoft Windows?
To limit application software to standard user privileges until approved by an administrator
How does UAC help in preventing malware from compromising the operating system?
By limiting applications to standard user privileges until approved by an administrator
What role does Mandatory Integrity Control play in UAC?
It isolates running processes with different privileges
What happens to applications that a user runs in Windows when UAC is enabled?
They do not inherit administrative privileges unless approved beforehand or explicitly authorized by the user
Test your knowledge of User Account Control (UAC) with this quiz. Explore the security features introduced with Windows Vista and learn about its evolution in subsequent Windows operating systems.
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