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Preparing To Install Windows 7 Flashcards

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How many editions of Windows 7 are there?

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6

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What tools are available to assess organizational readiness for Windows 7?

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Windows Upgrade Advisor,
Application Compatibility Tool Kit (ACT),
Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit (MAPT).

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What types of installations are supported for Windows 7?

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Clean install, upgrade install, migration.

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What are the Key Features of Windows 7?

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Usability
Security
Multitiered data protection
Reliability and Performance
Deployment
Manageability.
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What is UAC?

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UAC is the User Account Control in Windows 7 which adds security by ensuring that most Administrator group users run as standard users. This limits administrator-level access to the computer. Streamlining UAC in Win 7 reduces the number of operating system applications and tasks that require elevation of privileges. It also provides flexible prompt behavior for administrators, allowing standard users to do more and administrators to see fewer UAC elevation prompts.

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What is RMS?

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RMS is Rights Management Services. RMS enables organizations to enforce policies regarding document usage.

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What is EFS?

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EFS is Encrypting File Systems. EFS provides user-based file and directory encryption.

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What is Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption?

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BitLocker and BitLocker To Go provide full-volume encryption of the system volume, including Windows system files and removable devices.

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What is IPsec?

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IPsec is Internet Protocol Security. IPsec isolates network resources from unauthenticated computers and encrypts network communication.

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Windows 7 is deployed using ____, which makes the process efficient because (6 factors)….

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Windows 7 is deployed using an image, which makes the deployment process efficient because:

1) Windows 7 installation is based on WIM (Windows Imaging), which is a file-based,disk image format.
2) Windows 7 is modularized, which makes customization and deployment of the images simpler.
3) Windows 7 uses XML-based, unattended setup answer files to enable remote and unattended installation.
4) Windows 7 is deployed using Windows Deployment Services in Windows Server 2008 R2, which is optimized with Multicast with Multiple Stream Transfer and Dynamic Driver Provisioning.
5) Windows 7 uses a consolidated tool for servicing and managing images in Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM).
6) Windows 7 makes migrating user state more efficient with hard-link migration, offline user state capture, volume shadow coppy, and improved file discovery in User State Migration Tool (USMT) 4.0.

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What is WIM?

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Windows Imaging - file-based, disk image format.

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What is XML?

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Extensible Markup Language

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What is DISM?

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Deployment Image Servicing and Management

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What is USMT?

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User State Migration Tool.

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In what 2 ways does Windows 7 decrease costs by increasing automation?

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1) MS Windows Powershell 2.0 enables IT professionals to create and run scripts on a local computer, or on remote computers across the network.
2) Group Policy scripting, which enables IT Professionals to manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and registry-based settings in an automated manner.

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What are GPOs?

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Group Policy Objects

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What 4 support tools are included in Windows 7?

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1) Built-in Windows Troubleshooting Packs, which enable end-users to solve many common problems on their own.
2) Improvements to the System Restore Tool, which informs users of applications that might be affected when they restore Windows to an earlier state.
3) The new Problem Steps Recorder, which enables users to record screenshots, click-by-click, to reproduce a problem.
4) Improvements to the Resource Monitor and Reliability Monitor, which enable IT professionals to diagnose performance, compatibility, and resource limitation problems more quickly.

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Name 3 features which provide flexible administrative control in Windows 7.

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1) AppLocker, which provides IT professionals with more flexibility so that they can set policies on which applications and scripts users can run or install.
2) Auditing improvements, which enable IT professionals to use Group Policy to configure more comprehensive auditing of files and registry access.
3) Group Policy Preferences that define the default configuration, which users can change, and provide centralized management of mapped network drives, scheduled tasks, and other Windows components that are not Group Policy-aware.

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What is BranchCache?

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BranchCache increases network responsiveness of applications and give users in remote offices an experience that is very similar to working in the head office.

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What is DirectAccess?

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DirectAccess connects mobile workers seamlessly and safely to their corporate network any time they have Internet access, without the need to VPN.

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What is VPN Reconnect?

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VPN Reconnect provides seamless and consistent VPN connectivity by automatically reestablishing a VPN when users temporarily lose their Internet connections.

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What is Windows Virtual PC?

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Windows 7 introduces Windows Virtual PC, which provides the capability to run multiple environments, such as Windows XP mode, from a Windows 7 computer. This feature enables you to publish and launch applications installed on virtual Windows XP directly from the Windows 7 computer, as if they were installed on the Windows 7 host itself.

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What are the Editions of Windows 7?

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Windows 7 Starter
Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Enterprise
Windows 7 Ultimate
24
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Describe Windows 7 Starter

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This edition is targeted specifically for small form factor PCs in all markets. It is only available for 32-bit platforms. Features include:

  • Improved Windows Taskbar and Jump Lists
  • Joining a HomeGroup,Windows Search, Action Center, Device Stage, Windows Fax, and Scan
  • Enhanced media streaming, including Play To
  • Broad applications and device compatibility without limitation on how many applications can run simultaneously
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Describe Windows 7 Home Basic

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This edition is target for value PCs in emerging markets, it is mean for access the Internet and running basic productivity applications. It includes all features available in Windows 7 starter, and additional features, such as Live Thumbnail previews, enhanced visual experiences, and advanced networking support.

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Describe Windows 7 Home Premium

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This is the standard edition for customers. It provides full functionality on the latest hardware, simple ways to connect, and a visually rich environment. This addition includes all the feature in Home Basic as well as:

  • Windows Aero, advanced Windows navigation, Aero background
  • Windows Touch
  • Ability to create a HomeGroup
  • DVD Video playback and authoring
  • Windows MediaCenter, Snipping Tool, Sticky Notes,Windows Journal and Windows Slideshow
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Describe Windows 7 Professional

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This edition is the business-focused edition for smaller and lower mid-market companies and users who have networking, backup, and security needs and multiple PCs or servers. It includes all features in Win 7 Home Premium, and other features, such as core business features including:

  • Domain Join and Group Policy
  • Data protection with advanced network backup and EFS
  • Location aware Printing, which enables printing to the correct printer at home or work
  • Remote Desktop host and Offline folders
  • Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode
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Describe Windows & Enterprise

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This edition provides advanced data protection and information access for businesses that use IT as a strategy asset. It is a business-focused edition, targeted for managed environments, mainly large enterprises. This edition includes all features available in Win 7 Professional, and other features such as

  • BitLocker and BitLocker to Go
  • AppLocker
  • DirectAccess
  • BranchCache
  • Enterprise Search Scopes
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Describe Windows 7 Ultimate

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This edition is targeted for technical enthusiasts who want all Windows 7 features, without a volume license agreement. It includes all the features of Windows 7 Enterprise edition but is not licensed for VDI scenarios.

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What are N editions?

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Microsoft produces N editions of Windows 7 Starter, Home Basic and Professional. They include all the features present in the corresponding editions but do not include Microsoft Windows Media Player and related technologies.

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Which editions have 32 and 64-bit versions?

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There are 32- and 64- bit versions for all editions of Windows 7 except Windows 7 Starter which is available only as a 32-bit OS.

32
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In general the requirements for Win 7 are the same as for Vista. What are the minimum reqs?

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CPU - 1 GHz
RAM - 1 GB for 32-bit or 2GB for 64-bit
GPU - Aero Capable (Direct X9 with WDDM driver, Pixel Shader 2.0 and 32 bits per pixel.
Video RAM - 128MB
HDD Free - 16 GB for 32-bit, 20 GB for 64-bit
Optical Drive - DVD

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What are the editions support multiple core CPUs or dual processors?

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All editions support multiple cores. Only Win 7 Pro, Ult and Ent support dual processors.

34
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What are the additional requirements for Windows XP mode?

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An additional 1 GB of RAM, and additional 15GB of available HD space, and a processor capable of hardware virtualization with Intel VT or AMD-V enabled.

35
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What is required for Windows Bitlocker Drive Encryption?

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USB Flash Drive or a system with a Trusted Platform Module (TMP) 1.2 chip.

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What are 4 advantages of using 64-bit editions of Windows 7?

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  • Improved performance: process more data for each clock cycle, enabling you to scale your applications to run faster or support more users.
  • Enhanced Memory: 64-bit OSs can address memory above 4GB, unlike 32-bit editions which are limited to 4GB of addressable memory.
  • Improved Device Support: In the past it was difficult to obtain third-party drivers for commonly used devices. Since Windows Vista was released (Win 7 is on the same kernel), driver availability has improved greatly and most Vista drivers work on Win 7.
  • Improved Security - The process architecture of x64-based processors from Intel and AMD improve security with Kernel Patch Protection, mandatory kernel-mode driver signing and Data Execution Prevention (DEP).
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What memory configurations are supported by 64-bit editions of Windows 7?

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Home Basic - 8 GB
Home Premium - 16 GB
Pro - 128GB or More
Ent/Ult - 128 GB or more

38
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What is the limitation of using 64-bit editions?

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The 64-bit additions do not support the 16-bit Windows on Windows (WOW) environment. If your organization requires legacy 16-bit applications one solution is to run the application within a virtual environment using one of the many MS virtualization technologies available.

39
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When do you do a clean installation of Windows 7?

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1) When installing on a new partition.

2) When replacing an existing OS on a partition.

40
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When do you do an Upgrade installation of Windows 7?

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When replacing an existing version of Windows with Windows 7.
When used, all applications, files , and settings are retained.

41
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When do you do a Migration installation of Windows 7?

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  • Move files and settings from an old operating system to Windows 7.
  • Side-by-side
  • Wipe and load.
42
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What is the feature called that isolates network resources from unauthenticated computers and encrypts network communication.

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IPsec

43
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What is the feature called which adds security by ensuring that most Administrator group users run as standard users and reduces the number of operating system applications and tasks that require elevation of privileges.

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UAC

44
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What is Play To?

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Play To enables streaming from your PC to a Play To compatible device. You can stream music, video or photos. Compatible devices could be another computer, TV or stereo that have the ability to function as Digital Media Receivers on your network.

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What is Device Stage?

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Device Stage is a new Windows platform that enables device manufacturers to deliver rich user experiences that match the specific branding, features, and content of their devices. With Device Stage, users can simply connect their device to a Windows 7 PC, and the manufacturer-supplied experience will be automatically installed and presented to the user, ensuring a seamless experience between the device and PC.
A Device Stage experience is made up of XML and graphics files. These files define the functionality and branding to be used by the Device Stage platform when rendering the experience. These files also contain device-specific information, including identifying information about the devices for which the Device Stage experience should be presented. The files are assembled together into a device metadata package for easy distribution.

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What is Windows Action Center?

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Windows Action Center is a centralized place to view security maintenance and alerts. It is shown in the notification area as a flag. Hovering over the icon may show a message such as “Solve PC issues: 1 message.” Click on this icon will open the action center where the may be an alert about your firewall configuration or back up set up for instance.

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What is Aero?

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Aero includes graphical features such as “translucent Window Glass” and controls such as Shake (Shake a window to minimize all other windows) and Peek (put pointer over the Show Desktop Button in the far right corner of the Task Bar - all windows temporarily go translucent”). Thumbnails show running video, you can play and pause video and songs from the Thumbnails. You can also close windows from the thumbnails. Also, if you put your pointer over a thumbnail, you will see that Window with all the other windows invisible.

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What is Windows Journal?

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Although it is available on non-tablets, it is designed to take handwritten notes on Tablet PCs.

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