Module 2 - Using the System Utilities Flashcards
A group of MMC consoles that are used to manage Windows 10. Computer Management, Event Viewer, and Services are the more commonly used.
Administrative Tools
The current standard for power management that is implemented in Windows 10 and by computer manufacturers.
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
An instant-on power-saving mode that keeps the system in the S0 state.
Away Mode
A Windows PowerShell command in verb-noun format. Most ______ have parameters that can be used to pass options to the ______.
cmdlet
One of the more commonly used administrative tools. This MMC console contains the snap-ins to manage most Windows 10 components.
Computer Management
An alternative location to configure Windows 10 settings. Used when advanced settings are not available in Settings.
Control Panel
A system that ensures that a device driver is from a known publisher and that the device driver has not been modified since it was signed.
device driver signing
Software that manages the communication between Windows 10 and a particular hardware component.
device drivers
An MMC snap-in that is used to manage hardware components and their device drivers.
Device Manager
The number of pixels that your display can show.
display resolution
A central location in Windows 10 where drivers are located before they are installed. A large set of drivers is included with Windows 10.
driver store
An MMC console that is used to view messages generated and logged by Windows 10, applications, and services.
Event Viewer
A system that speeds up the shutdown and startup process of Windows 10 by using hibernate for the core operating system functionality.
Fast Startup
A utility (sigverif.exe) that verifies the digital signature on operating system files and device drivers.
File Signature Verification utility
An ACPI power state that saves the contents of RAM to disk and then disables power to all devices including RAM; also referred to as S4 state.
hibernate
The sleep method used by Windows 10 that combines the S3 state and S4 state. When the computer moves to the S3 state, it also saves the memory file required for the S4 state.
hybrid sleep
A graphical interface shell that provides a structured environment to build management utilities.
Microsoft Management Console (MMC)
Small software components that can be added to an MMC console to provide functionality. An ____________ typically manages some part of Windows.
MMC snap-ins
A new “instant-on” sleep mode in Windows 10. The computer remains in the S0 state but powers down as much hardware as possible.
Modern Standby
A new “instant-on” sleep mode in Windows 10. The computer remains in the S0 state but powers down as much hardware as possible.
Modern Standby
Attaching two or more displays to a single computer. The information can be exactly the same on each display, or each display can be used independently by using extended mode.
multiple monitors
A standard mechanism for applications to access databases.
Open Database Connectivity (ODBC)
An MMC console used to monitor and troubleshoot the performance of your computer.
Performance Monitor
A single dot on a display.
pixel
A set of configuration options for power management.
power plans
A command-line utility for configuring power management and generating power management reports.
powercfg.exe
The ACPI power state used when a computer is fully functioning. Power can be disabled to specific devices as requested by the operating system, but keeps the overall system running.
S0 state
An ACPI power state that disables power to all devices except RAM.
S3 state
An ACPI power state that saves the contents of RAM to disk and then disables power to all devices including RAM; also referred to as the hibernate state.
S4 state
A Windows application that runs in the background without user interaction.
service
An MMC console used to manage Windows services.
Services
A central interface for managing common Windows 10 settings. It is available on the Start menu.
Settings
The administrative tool that gives you access to control the boot configuration, service startup, application startup, and system tools.
System Configuration
A tool that provides detailed information about Windows 10 hardware and software configuration.
System Information
A utility that allows you to schedule tasks to run at a particular time or based on the occurrence of specific events.
Task Scheduler
A utility used to perform tests on the physical memory of a computer.
Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool
An enhanced command-line interface that can be used to perform administrative tasks.
Windows PowerShell
An integrated scripting environment for Windows PowerShell that includes color coding as you type, along with debugging functionality.
Windows PowerShell ISE
