Windows Operating Systems: Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools Flashcards
What Windows utility will let you download updates, patches, or hotfixes?
Windows Update
What tab of MSCONFIG in Windows should you access to adjust what applications load on boot?
Startup
The “boot” tab will display a pane that allows boot.ini to be manipulated
What key combination will reboot the computer, open Task Manager, or open Windows Security?
Ctrl + Alt + Del
Where is application data stored in Windows Vista?
%systemdrive%Users\user_name\AppData
This is a normally hidden folder
Why would you use USMT?
To move user settings from one OS to another (used for a large number of accounts)
What tool would you use to adjust when a restore point is created in Windows 7?
Task Scheduler
How would you change the port for the printer on a Windows Vista computer?
Start | Control Panel | Printer | Right click -> Properties | Ports
What OS feature will allow you to resize a disk partition to increase storage capacity?
Disk Management
How would you restore the Run dialog box from the Start menu in Windows 7?
Right click taskbar | Properties | Start Menu Tab | Customize
How would you quickly display running processes on a Windows 7 computer?
Ctrl + Alt + Delete (Task Manager, services tab)
What system allows you to edit a value in HKEY_CURRENT_USER
regedit
What tools can be used to access the Services console to check startup configuration for services?
- Computer Management
- Administrative Tools
- Bonus: MMC (Microsoft Management console)
What components can be monitored under Performance Monitor in Windows 7
- Processor
- Memory
- Network
- Disk
What are the minimum software requirements for installing iTunes on a Windows PC?
Windows 7 or later and 400 MB free disk space
