1102 1.6 Windows Networking Features

Question 1

What is the difference between a Workgroup and a Domain in Windows?

Answer 1

A workgroup is a peer-to-peer network model for home or small office environments without central management, while a domain is a client/server network with centralized management via a domain controller.

Question 2

How do you share a folder in Windows?

Answer 2

Right-click the folder, select Properties, go to the Sharing tab, and choose the Share button.

Question 3

How do you share a printer in Windows?

Answer 3

Open Control Panel, go to Devices and Printers, right-click the printer, select Printer properties, and under the Sharing tab, check “Share this printer.”

Question 4

What is a mapped drive in Windows?

Answer 4

A mapped drive assigns a drive letter to a network resource, allowing it to be accessed like a local hard drive.

Question 5

How to map a network drive in Windows?

Answer 5

Open File Explorer, click on ‘This PC’, click ‘Computer’ tab, select ‘Map network drive’, choose drive letter and folder path, and then click ‘Finish’.

Question 6

How do you configure Windows Firewall to allow an application?

Answer 6

Go to Control Panel, select Windows Defender Firewall, click on “Allow an app or feature through Windows Firewall,” and then choose the app to allow.

Question 7

What are IP addressing schemes in Windows?

Answer 7

IP addressing can be static, where the address is manually set, or dynamic, where DHCP assigns the address.

Question 8

How do you set a static IP address in Windows?

Answer 8

Go to Network and Sharing Center, click on ‘Change adapter settings’, right-click the connection, select ‘Properties’, choose ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’, and enter the IP address and subnet mask.

Question 9

What is DNS and how do you configure it?

Answer 9

DNS translates domain names to IP addresses. Configure it by selecting ‘Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)’ under your network connection properties, and then specify the DNS server address.

Question 10

How to configure a gateway in Windows?

Answer 10

Under the same TCP/IPv4 properties where you set the IP address, you can enter the Default Gateway address.

Question 11

How to set up a VPN connection in Windows?

Answer 11

Go to Network and Sharing Center, click ‘Set up a new connection or network’, select ‘Connect to a workplace’, and then follow the prompts to configure the VPN.

Question 12

How do you connect to a wireless network in Windows?

Answer 12

Click the network icon in the system tray, select the network, and click ‘Connect’, then enter the network security key if required.

Question 13

How to configure a wired Ethernet connection?

Answer 13

Plug in the Ethernet cable and Windows will automatically configure the connection using DHCP unless otherwise specified in the adapter settings.

Question 14

How do you configure proxy settings in Windows?

Answer 14

Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Proxy, and set up the address and port or configure automatic detection.

Question 15

What is the difference between Public and Private network profiles?

Answer 15

Public networks restrict file sharing and device connectivity for security, while private networks allow more connectivity among devices.

Question 16

How to navigate to network paths using File Explorer?

Answer 16

Type the network path in the address bar in File Explorer using the format [servername][sharename] to access shared resources.

Question 17

What are Metered Connections in Windows?

Answer 17

These are Internet connections with data usage limits, where Windows restricts certain background activities to save data.

Question 18

How to enable or disable Windows Firewall?

Answer 18

Go to Control Panel > Windows Defender Firewall, and you can turn the firewall on or off based on your security requirements.

Question 19

How to configure application exceptions in Windows Firewall?

Answer 19

Under Windows Firewall settings, go to ‘Allow an app or feature through Windows Firewall’ and configure the exceptions.

Question 20

What is a WWAN connection?

Answer 20

A Wireless Wide Area Network connection uses cellular networks to provide Internet access to devices.

Question 21

How to find shared folders on a Windows machine?

Answer 21

Go to Computer Management > Shared Folders to view all shares, sessions, and open files.

Question 22

What is the APIPA address range?

Answer 22

Automatic Private IP Addressing (APIPA) assigns addresses from 169.254.1.0 to 169.254.254.255 when DHCP is unavailable.

Question 23

How to add a network printer in Windows?

Answer 23

Go to Devices and Printers > Add a printer, and Windows will search for and allow you to add network printers.

Question 24

How to disconnect a mapped network drive?

Answer 24

Right-click the drive in File Explorer and select ‘Disconnect’.

Question 25

How to limit data usage on a metered connection?

Answer 25

Under Settings > Network & Internet > Status, find the connection, and configure it as metered, then set a data limit.

Question 26

How to change a network from Public to Private in Windows?

Answer 26

Go to Settings > Network & Internet > Status > Change connection properties, and switch the network profile.

Question 27

How to configure static DNS settings?

Answer 27

Under the properties for Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), select “Use the following DNS server addresses” and input the DNS servers.

Question 28

How to share resources in a Workgroup vs. a Domain?

Answer 28

In a workgroup, resources are shared manually on each machine, while in a domain, resources are managed centrally by a server.

Question 29

What are the default firewall settings in Windows?

Answer 29

By default, Windows Firewall is enabled with basic settings to block unauthorized connections while allowing outgoing connections.

Question 30

How to manually configure an IP address?

Answer 30

Under the TCP/IPv4 properties, select “Use the following IP address” and fill in the IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway.

Question 31

How to access administrative shares on Windows?

Answer 31

Type [computername][sharename$] in File Explorer’s address bar to access hidden admin shares like C$.

Question 32

What is a loopback address and its purpose?

Answer 32

The loopback address (127.0.0.1) is used to test the network card and IP stack on the local machine.

Question 33

How to configure a wireless WAN connection?

Answer 33

Install the necessary hardware and software provided by the cellular network, and connect through the network settings.

Question 34

How to allow an application through the firewall on a public network?

Answer 34

Under Windows Firewall settings, select “Allow an app through firewall” and customize it to allow on public networks.

Question 35

How to create custom firewall rules?

Answer 35

Go to Advanced Settings in Windows Firewall, and under Inbound or Outbound Rules, select “New Rule” to define custom criteria.

Question 36

What is the role of a subnet mask in IP addressing?

Answer 36

It determines the network and host portions of an IP address, defining what network the IP belongs to.

Question 37

How to access a shared folder or printer not listed automatically?

Answer 37

Choose “The printer that I want isn’t listed” during the add printer wizard and manually enter the network path or printer name.

Question 38

How to configure a laptop for different security postures at work vs. a public place?

Answer 38

Use Windows network location awareness to automatically adjust the firewall and sharing settings based on the network profile.

Question 39

How to set up a new wireless network connection?

Answer 39

Go to Network and Sharing Center, select “Set up a new connection or network,” and follow the wizard for wireless settings.

Question 40

What are the advantages of using DHCP over static IP addressing?

Answer 40

DHCP automates the IP configuration process, reducing manual setup errors and efficiently managing IP addresses in large networks.