Windows 10/11 Client Environment
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What is the function of the Maps application in Windows 10/11?

  • To see the current location and area of the Windows 10/11 system (correct)
  • To view Microsoft XML Paper Specification (XPS) files
  • To receive updates and security patches for the Windows 10/11 operating system
  • To connect to the Microsoft OneDrive cloud-based utility

    • What is the purpose of the Cortana application?

  • To create text files
  • To find answers to user queries through speech or text input (correct)
  • To connect with the Microsoft OneDrive cloud-based utility
  • To start the built-in web browser

    • What is the function of the OneDrive application?

  • To connect to the Microsoft OneDrive cloud-based utility (correct)
  • To view Microsoft XML Paper Specification (XPS) files
  • To start the Paint program
  • To see the current location and area of the Windows 10/11 system

    • What is the purpose of the Windows Update shortcut?

    <p>To receive updates and security patches for the Windows 10/11 operating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the XPS Viewer application?

    <p>To view Microsoft XML Paper Specification (XPS) files</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Remote Desktop Connection program?

    <p>To connect remotely to another machine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Snipping Tool?

    <p>To capture an item on the desktop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Sticky Notes app?

    <p>To place a sticky note on the desktop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Power Options in Windows 10/11?

    <p>To maximize performance and conserve energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Hibernate mode in Windows 10/11?

    <p>To save desktop state and open files to the hard drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) responsible for in Windows 10/11?

    <p>Managing Power States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Balanced power plan in Windows 10/11?

    <p>To balance performance and energy conservation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using the Sleep power option in Windows 10/11?

    <p>It allows your computer to use very little power and start up faster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many configurable power plans are available in Windows 10/11?

    <p>3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when you configure your computer to hibernate through Power Options?

    <p>The computer saves your desktop state and open files to the hard drive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Power Saver power plan in Windows 10/11?

    <p>To conserve energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of power plans in Windows 10/11?

    <p>To control the trade-off between quick access and energy savings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the default action of the power button in the Start Menu?

    <p>Shut Down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tool that allows you to control power settings and configure computers?

    <p>Powercfg.exe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Services window?

    <p>To manage Windows services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you access Services in Windows 10?

    <p>Through Control Panel and Administrative Tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you access Services in Windows 11?

    <p>Through Windows Tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a service in the context of Windows 10/11?

    <p>A program, routine, or process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the Powercfg.exe tool?

    <p>To control power settings and configure computers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the command to view the command history in CMD?

    <p>doskey /history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the command to view the command history in PowerShell?

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

    How do you switch between storage devices in the Command Line Interface (CLI)?

    <p>Type the device letter followed by a colon and then press Enter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the file extension of a batch file?

    <p>.bat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ECHO OFF command in a batch file?

    <p>To hide the commands being executed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the PAUSE command in a batch file?

    <p>To wait for the user to press a key before continuing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do you run multiple commands in a batch file?

    <p>Type each command on its own line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of batch files?

    <p>They can be used to run basic Windows commands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the PAUSE command in a batch file?

    <p>To wait for user input before continuing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the :: symbol in a batch file?

    <p>To comment out a line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the >> operator in a batch file?

    <p>To append output to a text file</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a batch file is done running?

    <p>The Command Prompt window automatically closes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the ECHO command in a batch file?

    <p>To print some text that explains what the batch file does</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the MKDIR command in a batch file?

    <p>To create a new directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Windows PowerShell used for?

    <p>To create scripts to automate tasks that the regular CLI is unable to create</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of running the batch file with the >> operator?

    <p>The output of the commands is appended to a text file</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Windows 10/11 Applications

    • Calculator: a shortcut that starts the Calculator program
    • Cortana: a personal assistant that tries to find answers to queries
    • Maps: an app that allows users to see their current location and surrounding area
    • Microsoft Edge: a built-in web browser
    • OneDrive: a cloud-based utility that allows users to connect and store files
    • Tips: an app that provides Windows client tips and tricks to help users get the most out of Windows 10/11
    • Windows Update: a shortcut that allows users to receive updates and security patches for the Windows 10/11 operating system
    • XPS Viewer: an application that allows users to view and print Microsoft XML Paper Specification (XPS) files

    Windows 10/11 Accessories

    • Microsoft Edge: a default built-in web browser
    • Microsoft Store: an app that allows users to download and purchase applications
    • Notepad: an app that allows users to create text files
    • Paint: a program that allows users to create and edit images
    • Remote Desktop Connection: a program that allows users to connect remotely to another machine
    • Snipping Tool: a tool that allows users to capture an item on the desktop
    • Sticky Notes: an app that places a sticky note on the desktop, allowing users to type a message or reminder

    Windows System Utilities

    • Command Prompt: a utility that allows users to execute commands and manage their system
    • Control Panel: a utility that holds many tools and configurations to customize the computer
    • Default Apps: a configuration that allows users to choose their default apps
    • Power Options: a utility that allows users to maximize their machine's performance and conserve energy
    • Powercfg.exe: a command-line tool that allows users to control power settings and configure computers to default to Hibernate or Standby mode

    Managing Power States

    • Windows 10/11 has different power states: Working, Sleep (Modern Standby), Sleep, Hibernate, Soft Off, and Mechanical Off
    • Sleep power option allows computers to use very little power while allowing users to start up faster and resume work where they left off
    • Hibernate mode saves the desktop state and open files to the hard drive, allowing users to resume work where they left off

    Configuring Power Plans

    • Windows 10/11 has three configurable power plans: Balanced, Power Saver, and High Performance
    • Power plans control the trade-off between quick access to an existing computer session and energy savings
    • Each power plan contains default options that can be customized to meet the needs of various scenarios

    Configuring the Power Button

    • The power button can be configured to Switch User, Logoff, Lock, Restart, or Shut Down
    • Users can configure the power button to suit their needs, especially in shared machine environments

    Command-Line Configuration

    • The Powercfg.exe tool allows users to control power settings and configure computers to default to Hibernate or Standby mode
    • The powercfg command has several switches that provide better functionality

    Managing Windows 10/11 Services

    • A service is a program, routine, or process that performs a specific function within the Windows 10/11 operating system
    • Users can manage services through the Services window, which can be accessed through Control Panel or the Windows Tools folder

    Windows Command Line Interface (CLI)

    • The CLI has many commands and features, but it cannot work together with the core of Windows or the GUI
    • Batch scripts can still be useful for running basic Windows commands

    Batch Scripts

    • A batch file is a text file saved with the .bat file extension
    • Batch files can be created using Notepad or a more advanced plain text editor
    • Batch files can run basic Windows commands and are still useful in Windows 10 and 11
    • Users can create a batch file by writing commands in a text file, saving it with a .bat extension, and running it

    PowerShell

    • Windows PowerShell is an environment that can be used to create scripts to automate tasks that the regular CLI is unable to create
    • PowerShell also provides a CLI for initiating commands

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    This quiz covers various applications and features in Windows 10/11, including the Calculator, Cortana, Maps, Microsoft Edge, and OneDrive.

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