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Which command can be used to clear the screen in the command prompt?
What happens when you use the 'exit' command in an interactive program?
How can you access the help system in the command prompt?
Which command shell processes the legacy command set that has been part of Windows since its earliest versions?
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What error message is displayed when a command cannot be run with standard privileges?
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How can you open a new command prompt window as an administrator?
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Study Notes
Command Prompt Basics
- The
clscommand is used to clear the screen in the command prompt, providing a fresh workspace for users.
Interactive Program Commands
- Using the
exitcommand in an interactive program terminates the session and returns control to the command prompt or exits the program completely.
Help System Access
- The help system in the command prompt can be accessed by typing
help, which displays a list of available commands and their functionalities.
Legacy Command Shell
- The Command Prompt (cmd.exe) processes the legacy command set, retaining compatibility with commands from earlier versions of Windows.
Error Messages for Permissions
- An error message indicating "Access is denied" appears when a command cannot be executed with standard user privileges due to insufficient permissions.
Administrator Command Prompt
- To open a new command prompt window as an administrator, right-click on the Command Prompt icon and select "Run as administrator." This grants elevated privileges for command execution.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the Windows command prompt and shell with this quiz. Explore the legacy command set and learn how to run commands efficiently on Windows 11.
