Core 2: Windows Control Panel Utilities Flashcards
Which of the following locations in MS Windows provide(s) access to the Internet Properties (inetcpl.cpl) system utility? (Select all that apply)
- Internet Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel
- Ease of Access applet in Windows Control Panel
- Internet Options menu item in Microsoft Edge Tools menu
- Windows Run dialog box (after typing in inetcpl.cpl and pressing Enter)
- Internet Options menu item in Internet Explorer’s Tools menu
- Internet Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- Network and Sharing Center applet in Windows Control Panel
- Windows Run dialog box (after typing in inetcpl.cpl and pressing Enter)
- Internet Options menu item in Internet Explorer’s Tools menu
Which of the Windows Internet Properties system utility tabs provides access to proxy settings?
- Security
- Privacy
- Advanced
- Connections
Connections
The Internet Properties applet tab containing an option for configuring VPN settings is called:
- General
- Programs
- Connections
- Privacy
Connections
The Security tab of the Internet Properties utility in Windows allows for imposing restrictions on web content allowed in Microsoft Internet Explorer web browser.
True or False?
True
Which of the following tabs of the Windows Internet Properties applet provides an option for deleting temporary Internet files, cookies, web browsing history, Internet Explorer saved passwords, and saved data typed into web forms?
- General
- Privacy
- Advanced
- Security
General
A Windows Internet Properties applet tab containing an option for managing pop-up windows displayed by websites is called:
- Security
- Programs
- Privacy
- General
Privacy
What is the name of a Windows Internet Properties applet tab providing access to advanced cookie management options?
- Programs
- Privacy
- Connections
- Security
Privacy
A Windows Internet Properties system utility tab containing an option for managing Internet Explorer web browser add-ons is called:
- Privacy
- General
- Security
- Programs
Programs
Which of the following tabs of the Windows Internet Properties applet provides an option for rolling back all the Internet Explorer web browser configuration settings to the state they were in when Internet Explorer was first installed?
- General
- Security
- Privacy
- Advanced
Advanced
Which of the locations listed below enable access to computer display configuration settings in Windows 7/8/8.1? (Select 3 answers)
- Programs and Features applet in Windows Control Panel
- Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
- Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display
- Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view)
- The Display applet icon in Windows Control Panel (Icons view)
- Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
- Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view)
- The Display applet icon in Windows Control Panel (Icons view)
Which of the following locations provide access to display settings in Windows 10? (Select 2 answers)
- Display applet in Windows Control Panel (Icons view)
- Appearance and Personalization menu of the Windows Control Panel (Category view)
- Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display
- Programs and Features applet in Windows Control Panel
- Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
- Windows Start button -> Settings -> System -> Display
- Display settings pop-up menu launched after right-clicking on the Windows Desktop screen area
The “View by Category” option in Windows Control Panel allows for displaying entire contents of the Control Panel in a single window enabling quick access to each Control Panel applet.
True or False?
False
Which of the following provides access to the User Accounts applet in MS Windows?
- Computer Management
- Administrative Tools folder
- Control Panel
- Security and Maintenance
Control Panel
Which of the following provides access to file/folder management settings in Windows 7?
- Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- Administrative Tools in Windows Control Panel
- File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- System Configuration applet in Windows Control Panel
Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel
Which of the following provides access to file/folder management settings in Windows 10?
- Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- Administrative Tools in Windows Control Panel
- File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel
- System Configuration applet in Windows Control Panel
File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel
Which of the following key combinations can be used to launch Windows Explorer (Windows 7) / File Explorer (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows?
- Windows logo key + E
- Ctrl + Shift + Esc
- Windows logo key + F
- Ctrl + Alt + Delete
Windows logo key + E
Which of the following allows to view hidden files, folders, and drives in Windows 7?
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to view hidden files, folders, and drives in Windows 8/8.1/10?
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives on the General tab
Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Show hidden files, folders, and drives in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to hide extensions for known file types in Windows 7?
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following allows to hide extensions for known file types in Windows 8/8.1/10?
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
- Open the Folder Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types on the General tab
Open the File Explorer Options applet in Windows Control Panel, then select Hide extensions for known file types in the Advanced settings on the View tab
Which of the following options is not part of the General tab of the Folder Options applet (Windows 7) / File Explorer Options applet (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows?
- Windows Explorer / File Explorer default starting folder
- Visibility of hidden files, folders, or drives
- Opening items (single-click vs. double-click on an item)
- Windows Explorer / File Explorer browsing history options (Privacy)
Visibility of hidden files, folders, or drives
Which tab of the Folder Options applet (Windows 7) / File Explorer Options applet (Windows 8/8.1/10) in MS Windows contains the Advanced settings menu for files, folders, and Windows Explorer (Windows 7) / File Explorer (Windows 8/8.1/10) navigation pane?
- Settings
- View
- Search
- General
View
Which Control Panel applet in Windows can be used to check the OS version and basic hardware statistics such as the CPU type and amount of installed RAM?
- Resource Monitor
- System
- Computer Management
- System Configuration
System
A hidden file (or files) on the hard disk that Windows uses to hold parts of programs and data files that cannot be stored in RAM due to the insufficient memory space is called: (Select 3 answers)
- Swap file
- Paging file
- Signature file
- Virtual memory
- Archive file
- Swap file
- Paging file
- Virtual memory
Which of the following provide access to virtual memory (a.k.a. paging file) configuration options in Windows? (Select 2 answers)
- System applet in Control Panel -> System Protection tab -> Virtual memory
- Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel -> Windows Memory Diagnostics
- Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> System Protection tab -> Virtual memory
- System applet in Control Panel -> Advanced system settings -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
- Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> Advanced tab -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
- System applet in Control Panel -> Advanced system settings -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
- Windows Run dialog box -> type in sysdm.cpl + press Enter -> Advanced tab -> Performance -> Settings -> Advanced -> Virtual memory
Which of the following provides access to Remote Assistance and Remote Desktop configuration settings in Windows?
- Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel
- Advanced tab of the System Properties (sysdm.cpl) utility
- Remote settings in the System applet in Windows Control Panel
- Network and Sharing applet in Windows Control Panel
Remote settings in the System applet in Windows Control Panel
The System Protection tab of the System Properties (sysdm.cpl) utility in Windows provides options for managing:
- Memory usage
- Restore points
- User accounts
- Network security
Restore points
The Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel provides access to Windows Firewall (Windows 7) / Windows Defender Firewall (Windows 8/8.1/10) configuration settings.
True or False?
False
Which of the power-saving states in MS Windows uses the least amount of power?
- Standby
- Sleep
- Hibernation
- Suspend
Hibernation
The term “Power plan” refers to a collection of hardware and system settings that manage how a Windows-based computer uses power. Available configuration options for managing power in MS Windows 8/8.1/10 can be accessed via Power Options applet in Control Panel. Windows 10 provides additional way for managing basic power settings in the Settings menu.
True or False?
True
A power management mode in Windows that draws small amount of power, saves the system state in RAM, and allows for quick resuming of full-power operation with the use of a power button or on command is known as: (Select 2 answers)
- Power saver
- Sleep/suspend
- High performance
- Standby
- Hibernation
- Sleep/suspend
- Standby
Which Control Panel applet in Windows allows to manage usernames and passwords for websites, connected applications and networks?
- User Accounts
- Credential Manager
- Security and Maintenance
- Ease of Access Center
Credential Manager
The Programs and Features Windows Control Panel applet can be used for: (Select all that apply)
- Uninstalling applications
- Conducting repair installation of a malfunctioning program
- Adding/removing Windows components
- Creating/deleting system restore points
- Managing installed updates
- Uninstalling applications
- Conducting repair installation of a malfunctioning program
- Adding/removing Windows components
- Managing installed updates
Which of the following statements describing features of Windows HomeGroups are true? (Select 3 answers)
- Communication between HomeGroup computers is encrypted with a pre-shared password
- User passwords for accessing HomeGroup are stored centrally on a Domain Controller
- HomeGroups are available in all versions of Windows
- Communication between HomeGroup computers is unencrypted
- An ad hoc home networking system for file and printer sharing
- HomeGroups are available only in Windows 7/8/8.1 and early versions of Windows 10
- Communication between HomeGroup computers is encrypted with a pre-shared password
- An ad hoc home networking system for file and printer sharing
- HomeGroups are available only in Windows 7/8/8.1 and early versions of Windows 10
The Devices and Printers applet in Windows: (Select 3 answers)
- Allows to add/remove wired and wireless devices
- Does not offer troubleshooting options
- Provides a simplified view of all connected devices
- Allows to restore a device driver to the previously installed version
- Provides a detailed view of all connected devices
- Allows to troubleshoot a device that isn’t working properly
- Allows to add/remove wired and wireless devices
- Provides a simplified view of all connected devices
- Allows to troubleshoot a device that isn’t working properly
Which of the following locations enable adjustments to the volume of sound in Windows 8/8.1/10? (Select 2 answers)
- System applet in Control Panel
- Windows Taskbar notification area
- Sounds and Audio Devices applet in Control Panel
- AutoPlay applet in Control Panel
- Sound applet in Control Panel
- Windows Taskbar notification area
- Sound applet in Control Panel
The Troubleshooting Control Panel applet introduced in Microsoft Windows 7 provides access to several software tools that can automatically fix common problems related to application compatibility, hardware, sound, networking, operating system, and security.
True or False?
True
Which of the Control Panel applets in Windows 8/8.1/10 can be used for checking basic information about the network connection status and setting up network connections?
- Networking
- Phone and Modem
- Internet Options
- Network and Sharing Center
Network and Sharing Center
Which of the following locations provide direct access to the Device Manager applet in MS Windows? (Select 3 answers)
- Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control panel
- Computer Management utility in the Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel
- Windows Run dialog box (after typing in devmgmt.msc and pressing Enter)
- Devices and Printers folder in Windows Control Panel
- Windows Control Panel
- Computer Management utility in the Administrative Tools folder in Windows Control Panel
- Windows Run dialog box (after typing in devmgmt.msc and pressing Enter)
- Windows Control Panel
Which of the following answers apply to Windows BitLocker? (Select 3 answers)
- Works only on systems equipped with a TPM microcontroller
- Accessed via BitLocker Drive Encryption applet in Windows Control Panel
- Shipped with all versions of Windows 8/8.1/10
- Accessed via Security and Maintenance applet in Windows Control Panel
- Does not require a TPM microcontroller to work
- Not included in basic versions of Windows 8/8.1/10 (Windows 8/8.1 Core and Windows 10 Home)
- Accessed via BitLocker Drive Encryption applet in Windows Control Panel
- Does not require a TPM microcontroller to work
- Not included in basic versions of Windows 8/8.1/10 (Windows 8/8.1 Core and Windows 10 Home)
A Windows Control Panel applet used for managing local (offline) versions of files and folders stored on the network is known as:
- Ease of Access Center
- Sync Center
- Indexing Options
- File Explorer Options
Sync Center
The User Accounts applet in Windows allows to:
- Change local account name
- Change local account type
- Change local account password
- Manage another local account
- Change local User Account Control (UAC) settings
- All of the above
All of the above
