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Where are the changes to settings stored in a Windows system?
Where are the changes to settings stored in a Windows system?
The changes are stored in the Windows Registry.
Which user account should be used for system management only and not for regular use?
Which user account should be used for system management only and not for regular use?
The Administrator account should be used only for system management.
What command is used to manually query a DNS server for a specific host name?
What command is used to manually query a DNS server for a specific host name?
The nslookup command is used for this purpose.
What steps can a network administrator take to prevent local computers from pinging each other?
What steps can a network administrator take to prevent local computers from pinging each other?
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What are two features of the Android operating system?
What are two features of the Android operating system?
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Study Notes
System Settings and Storage
- Changes to Windows system settings are stored in the Windows Registry.
- Local accounts for system management should remain separate from normal user activities to prevent potential security risks.
DNS and Networking
- The
nslookupcommand is utilized to manually query DNS servers for specific host name resolutions. - Configuring firewall settings to disallow ICMP packets can prevent local computers from pinging one another.
Storage and File Organization
- Information on hard drive partition organization is contained in the Master Boot Record (MBR) or GUID Partition Table (GPT).
- A logical drive that can be formatted for data storage is referred to as a partition.
Mobile Device Security
- Android and iOS devices employ sandboxing as a feature to protect against malicious programs.
- Cloud-enabled services for mobile devices include location-based services and remote data access.
Operating Systems
- Both Android and OS X are based on the Unix operating system, reinforcing their structural similarity.
- Android mobile devices can be forced to restart by holding the power and volume down buttons, commonly referred to as a "hard reset."
Resource Management and Utility
- Task Manager is the utility used to display system resource consumption by each user on a Windows system.
- The addressable RAM limit for a 32-bit version of Windows is 4 GB.
Windows Features and Connectivity
- Windows 2000 was the first version to introduce a 64-bit operating system.
- The net use command connects a Windows PC to a shared directory on a remote server.
Features of Android Operating System
- Open source nature allows for extensive customization by users and developers.
- Multitasking capabilities enable simultaneous operation of multiple applications.
Device Access and Modification
- "Rooting" refers to unlocking Android, and "Jailbreaking" pertains to iOS devices, allowing full access to the file system and kernel.
- To remove an app from the Recent Apps list on an Android device, swipe the app off the screen.
Smartphone Unlocking Methods
- Smartphone unlocking can be accomplished using PIN codes, password protection, pattern recognition, or biometric methods like fingerprint or facial recognition.
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Test your knowledge on managing Windows system settings and user accounts. This quiz covers essential topics like DNS queries, user account types, and network configurations. Ideal for those looking to solidify their understanding of Windows administration.
