Questions and Answers
Which feature is exclusive to Windows 11 Pro compared to Windows 11 Home?
What is the minimum RAM requirement for a 64-bit version of Windows 10?
Which of the following features is included in Windows 11 Home but not in Windows 11 Pro?
What additional support does Windows 11 Pro offer over Windows 11 Home?
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Which hardware requirement is NOT needed for Windows 10?
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Which of the following is a feature of Windows 11 Pro for Workstations?
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How long will Microsoft support Windows 10?
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Which feature is only available in Windows 10 Pro and not in Windows 10 Home?
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What type of user is Windows 10 Enterprise primarily designed for?
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Which feature is unique to Windows 10 Pro for Workstations?
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What additional feature does Windows 10 Pro offer over Windows 10 Home?
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What is a key requirement for using Windows 10 Enterprise?
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Which feature is no longer available in Windows 11?
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What is the minimum RAM requirement for Windows 11?
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What is a potential disadvantage of performing an in-place upgrade to Windows 11?
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Which component is required for Windows 11 installation?
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Which tool does Microsoft recommend for migrating user data during a clean installation of Windows?
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What is a feature of the resilient file system (ReFS)?
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Which memory technology allows data to be saved even when powered down?
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What capability does Windows 11 Enterprise E5 offer that E3 does not?
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How many CPUs can Windows 11 Enterprise support?
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What is the intended audience for Windows Enterprise E3?
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What is a characteristic of SMB Direct?
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What type of organizations does Windows 11 Enterprise primarily cater to?
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Which Windows edition includes Microsoft User Environment Virtualization (UE-V)?
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Study Notes
Windows 10 Editions
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Windows 10 Home
- Designed for personal use with basic features.
- Security features include Device Encryption, Firewall, Windows Defender, Windows Hello, Secure Boot, Internet Protection, and Parental Controls.
- Fundamental functionalities such as Battery Saver, Microsoft Edge browser, hands-free voice features, and digital pen support.
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Windows 10 Pro
- Tailored for business environments, includes all Home features plus advanced security and management tools.
- Features BitLocker encryption, Windows Information Protection (WIP), Mobile Device Management, and support for Active Directory.
- Allows for Group Policy management, Assigned Access, Dynamic Provisioning, and Hyper-V virtualization.
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Windows 10 Pro for Workstations
- Optimized for professionals needing high-performance computing (e.g. CAD engineers, graphic designers).
- Includes advanced features like Resilient File System (ReFS), Persistent Memory, and support for multiple CPUs and high memory capacities (up to 6 TB).
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Windows 10 Enterprise
- Designed for large organizations with IT infrastructure.
- Requires volume licensing and includes all Pro features plus Credential Guard, Application Guard, Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Device Guard, and various virtualization options.
Windows 11 Editions
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Windows 11 Home
- Geared towards home users, featuring Snap Layouts, Microsoft Teams integration, Widgets, and improved gaming capabilities.
- Security includes Device Encryption, Firewall protections, and Windows Security features.
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Windows 11 Pro
- Expands on Home features for business use, adding BitLocker encryption, Windows Information Protection, and Group Policy.
- Supports assigned access and enterprise roaming with Azure, alongside Hyper-V.
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Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
- Similar to its Windows 10 counterpart but with all Pro features, enhanced for intense workloads.
- Supports Resilient File System (ReFS) and Persistent Memory.
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Windows 11 Enterprise
- Designed for large organizations, integrated into Microsoft 365 Enterprise.
- Adds advanced security features like Credential Guard and Application Control, with E3 and E5 options for varied organizational needs.
Windows 10 vs Windows 11
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Features Removed in Windows 11
- Removal of People, Skype, Timeline features, Cortana default settings, Internet Explorer, S mode (only in Home), Tablet mode, and Wallet.
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Minimum Hardware Requirements for Windows 11
- Requires a 1 GHz or faster processor with two cores, 4 GB RAM, and 64 GB storage.
- Needs UEFI Secure Boot, TPM 2.0, DirectX 12 compatible graphics, and a display of at least 720p.
Windows Upgrade Process
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In-Place Upgrade
- Retains user profiles, files, and compatible applications.
- Issues from the previous setup could be preserved, affecting the upgrade.
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Clean Installation
- Concerns over existing system issues can be mitigated by backing up data and performing a clean install with restoration thereafter.
- Recommended to use the User State Migration Tool (USMT) for data backup.
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Tools for Upgrades
- Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), Windows Deployment Services (WDS), and Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) facilitate smooth upgrades.
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In-Place Upgrade Preparation
- Ensure system compatibility with the new Windows version.
- Install all relevant updates, back up data, and have Windows installation media available.
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Manual Upgrade Steps
- Access the installation media, run Setup.exe, and follow the upgrade wizard instructions for completion.
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Using MDT
- Set up deployment on a management system, create a deployment share, import OS files and create a standard client upgrade task sequence for target systems.
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Explore the various editions of Windows 10, including Home, Pro, and Pro for Workstations. Learn about their key features, security tools, and target users. This quiz will help you understand which edition suits different needs.
