47 Questions
What is the name of the antivirus and anti-malware software included in Windows 10 and Windows 11?
Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Where can you find the Microsoft Defender Antivirus settings on Windows 10 and Windows 11?
In the Windows Security app under virus and threat protection settings
What is the purpose of temporarily disabling real-time protection on antivirus software?
To troubleshoot issues with applications
What is another name for Microsoft Defender Antivirus as mentioned in the text?
Windows Defender
Why is it recommended to have antivirus software always enabled according to the text?
For real-time protection against viruses and malware
Where can you manage real-time protection settings in Windows Security on Windows 10 and Windows 11 according to the text?
Under virus and threat protection settings, manage settings, and real-time protection
What is the purpose of real-time protection in antivirus software?
To detect and stop threats as they happen
How can you disable real-time protection in Windows Security?
By turning off the option inside Windows Security
Why is it important to keep antivirus signatures up to date?
To ensure the antivirus can identify new threats
What does the Windows Security app prompt you with when disabling real-time protection?
A dialog box for user account control confirmation
Where can you check for virus and threat protection updates in Windows Security?
In the Virus and Threat Protection section
What is the main function of the Windows Defender Firewall?
To protect against unauthorized access to or from a network
What should you do after disabling the firewall for troubleshooting purposes?
Enable the firewall once troubleshooting is complete.
What is an example of a situation where you might disable the firewall for a specific network?
When troubleshooting an issue on a public network.
What is the purpose of User Account Control (UAC) in Windows?
To restrict capabilities for users and request approval for certain actions
Which utility in Windows encrypts everything on a Windows volume, including personal files and the operating system?
BitLocker
What is the purpose of BitLocker To Go in Windows?
Encrypting data written to a USB flash drive
Who can take advantage of the Encrypting File System (EFS) in Windows?
Users of all editions of Windows except the home editions
What happens if someone administratively resets your password when using EFS encrypted data?
The data becomes permanently inaccessible
What is the purpose of the Secure Desktop in relation to User Account Control (UAC) in Windows?
To approve changes made to the operating system with enhanced permissions
What options can you use for logging in to a Windows device?
Facial recognition, fingerprint recognition, personal identification number
What determines the access rights to files and objects on a local drive in NTFS?
NTFS permissions
What happens when NTFS permissions are set to read-only but share permissions allow full access?
Access is read-only
What is the difference between explicit and inherited permissions in Windows?
Explicit permissions override inherited permissions, while inherited permissions are automatically associated.
When connecting over a network to a shared folder, what permissions take priority?
NTFS permissions
How can you modify login methods on a Windows device?
Settings under accounts and sign in options
What is required to perform functions like editing system files and installing services in Windows?
Administrator rights
Which permission screen provides a large number of configurable options like full control and modify?
'Full Control', 'Modify', 'Read and Execute'
'Inherited permissions' in Windows are based on what?
'Full Control' permissions automatically set by the system
What warning message pops up when turning off the Windows Defender Firewall?
Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your device?
What does the Control Panel option in Windows allow you to do regarding the Windows Defender Firewall?
Enable or disable the Windows Defender Firewall
What happens if you choose to block all incoming connections in the Windows Firewall?
No applications can connect to your computer from the outside
What type of rules can you create in the Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security?
Both inbound and outbound rules
What does enabling Windows Defender Firewall do to the security of your Windows system?
Increases security
What is the purpose of building a rule for outgoing traffic in the firewall?
To regulate which applications can send data out
What does the warning message about significant changes when accessing advanced firewall settings indicate?
Changes may affect system stability
Why might you want to choose 'block all incoming connections' when on an insecure network?
To enhance security and prevent outside access
What option ensures that nothing can connect to your computer from outside in Windows Firewall settings?
'Block all incoming connections'
'More Options' is used in Windows Firewall settings for what purpose?
'More Options' allows for further firewall customization
What is the purpose of creating a rule based on a port number for outbound traffic in the Windows firewall?
To prevent outbound traffic regardless of the browser used
Why might creating separate rules for individual browsers be inefficient?
It may lead to conflicts between different browser rules
When configuring a firewall rule for blocking web traffic, what does specifying TCP indicate?
Specifying the protocol type
What does blocking ports 80 and 443 in the firewall rule accomplish?
Restricts outbound web traffic
How does logging in with a Microsoft account benefit users according to the text?
Allows integration with other Microsoft technologies
Where are details of local accounts stored in Windows?
Within local users and groups
What is the purpose of adding users to different groups in Windows?
To provide rights and permissions effectively
What is one common alternative authentication method mentioned in the text other than a username and password?
Biometric authentication
Study Notes
- Windows 10 and Windows 11 come with built-in antivirus software called Microsoft Defender Antivirus.
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus is included in the Windows Security app, available for free and provides real-time protection against viruses and malware.
- Users can disable real-time protection temporarily for troubleshooting purposes. This can be found under virus and threat protection settings in the Windows Security app.
- Microsoft Defender Antivirus uses signatures to determine if software is malicious, and users should keep these signatures updated for optimal security.
- Users can manually check for antivirus signature updates by clicking on "protection updates" within the virus and threat protection settings.
- Windows 10 and Windows 11 also include the Windows Defender Firewall, which is a software-based firewall that can be turned on or off as needed for troubleshooting purposes.
- Users can disable the firewall for a particular network through the Windows Security app or the Control Panel.
- Blocking all incoming connections is an option in the Windows Defender Firewall settings, useful for securing connections on insecure networks.
- Custom rules can be created in the Windows Defender Firewall to block or allow traffic to specific applications or port numbers.
Learn how to create new rules in the Windows firewall based on programs, port numbers, predefined configurations, or custom settings. Explore setting up outbound traffic rules for specific browsers and managing multiple browser rules efficiently.
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