Windows System Utilities

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What is the purpose of the Task Manager?

To set default apps by protocol

To view and manage running applications (correct)

To configure system utilities

To add hardware devices

What can be accessed through the Default Apps configuration?

Choosing default apps by file type, protocol, and app (correct)

System Utilities and tools

File Explorer and folder management

Device settings and configurations

What is the purpose of the 'This PC' shortcut?

To run applications and commands

To configure system utilities and tools

To manage user data and documents

To centrally manage computer files, hard drives, and devices (correct)

What can you do with a sticky note?

Type a message or reminder Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of the Windows User's Tools?

To store and access user data and documents Signup and view all the answers

What does the File Explorer application show by default?

All folders and files on the Windows system Signup and view all the answers

What is the default action of the power button in Windows 10/11?

Shut Down Signup and view all the answers

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

To allow the computer to use very little power and start up faster Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Powercfg.exe tool?

To manage power settings and configure computers Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Hibernate and Sleep power options?

Hibernate saves the desktop state and open files to the hard drive Signup and view all the answers

What is a service in Windows 10/11?

A program, routine, or process that performs a specific function Signup and view all the answers

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

To manage the trade-off between quick access to an existing computer session and energy savings Signup and view all the answers

Why might you want to configure the power button to Switch User?

Because you share the machine with multiple users Signup and view all the answers

What is the Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) responsible for?

Specifying different levels of power states Signup and view all the answers

How can you access the Services window?

Through a variety of ways Signup and view all the answers

What is the default state of the Powercfg.exe tool in Windows 10/11?

Installed with Windows 10/11 by default Signup and view all the answers

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

3 Signup and view all the answers

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

It allows you to easily resume work where you left off Signup and view all the answers

In Windows 11, where can you access Services?

Start > All Apps > Windows Tools Signup and view all the answers

What information is provided in the Services window?

Name, description, status, startup type, and logon account Signup and view all the answers

How can you configure the properties of a service?

Double-click the service to open its Properties dialog box Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of batch files in the Windows CLI?

To execute multiple commands in succession Signup and view all the answers

How do you open the Windows Command Line Interface (CLI)?

Search for cmd.exe and click the program Signup and view all the answers

What is the default case-sensitivity for file names and paths in the Windows CLI?

Case-insensitive Signup and view all the answers

Why would you use comments in a batch file?

To add explanatory notes to the batch file Signup and view all the answers

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

To wait for user input before continuing Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the ipconfig /all command in the example batch file?

To view network information Signup and view all the answers

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

To hide the commands being executed from the console Signup and view all the answers

What happens if you don't add the PAUSE command to a batch file?

The batch file will run its commands and then automatically close Signup and view all the answers

How do you write a batch file that runs several commands?

By typing each command on its own line Signup and view all the answers