Lesson 1 - Chapter 2: Windows Versions and Editions Flashcards
What’s an important thing to consider when choosing a Windows version for a particular system?
vendor-life cycle limitations
(at which point a manufacturer will no longer release security/feature updates for it)
Most of the Windows 10 editions come in what 2 bit-editions?
32-bit and 64-bit editions
Windows 11 comes in what bit editions?
64-bit editions only
The 32-bit version of Windows 10 tops out at ___GB RAM
4GB
If you have a 64-bit CPU, what kind of bit edition of Windows do you want?
a 64-bit edition, it supports more memory
Does the Home edition of Windows support workgroup networking and domains?
It only supports workgroup networking, not domains
Windows Pro supports what 7 features?
- Bitlocker
- Active Directory
- Hyper-V
- Remote Desktop
- EFS (NTFS EFS)
- Group Policy Editor
- Connecting to a domain name
What is the Pro edition for workstations?
It supports all the Pro features plus more support for high-end processors and advanced types of memory and file storage
Which edition supports up to 4 CPUs and up to 6 TB of RAM?
Pro for Workstations
Which edition is only sold through volume licensing?
Enterprise edition
What does Enterprise edition support that Home and Pro do not? (7)
- AppLocker
- BranchCache
- DirectAccess
- Multiple options for OS deployment
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Universal Print
- Device and app management from the cloud
What is the Education edition? What does it support? (2)
- Supports Pro features
- Support for Microsoft 365 education as well
(discounts on Win11 education devices)
What is Education SE?
A locked-down version of the Education edition. Enables administrators to limit system activities like installing apps.
What is volume licensing?
a cost-effective way to purchase licenses, use a single server-based copy to install on multiple licensed PCs
