WINDOWS SERVER AND GROUP POLICY Flashcards
What are the different editions of Windows Server mentioned in the document?
A) Standard, Small Business, Enterprise, Data Center, Web Server
B) Home, Professional, Enterprise, Ultimate
C) Basic, Premium, Professional, Ultimate
D) Standard, Professional, Enterprise, Ultimate
A) Standard, Small Business, Enterprise, Data Center, Web Server
Explanation: The document lists the different editions of Windows Server as Standard, Small Business, Enterprise, Data Center, and Web Server, each with its own set of features and capabilities.
What is a Domain Tree in Active Directory?
A) A physical tree structure in the server room
B) A collection of one or more domains that share a common namespace
C) A type of user account
D) A network protocol
B) A collection of one or more domains that share a common namespace
Explanation: A Domain Tree is a collection of one or more domains that share a common namespace within an Active Directory structure, helping to organize and manage resources.
What is a Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN)?
A) A type of IP address
B) The complete, absolute name of a system within a Windows Server
C) A network protocol
D) A type of user account
B) The complete, absolute name of a system within a Windows Server
Explanation: An FQDN uniquely identifies a computer, server, or resource in a domain-based network, providing a complete path to the resource.
What is a Domain Forest in Active Directory?
A) A physical forest near the data center
B) A collection of one or more domain trees
C) A type of user account
D) A network protocol
B) A collection of one or more domain trees
Explanation: A Domain Forest is a collection of one or more domain trees within an Active Directory environment, allowing for resource sharing and authentication across multiple domains.
What are the basic components of security mentioned in the document?
A) Authentication, Authorization, Accounting
B) Availability, Integrity, Confidentiality
C) Encryption, Decryption, Hashing
D) Firewall, Antivirus, Antimalware
B) Availability, Integrity, Confidentiality
Explanation: The basic components of security mentioned are Availability, Integrity, and Confidentiality, which are essential for protecting information and resources.
What is the purpose of Group Policy (GP) in a Windows environment?
A) To manage hardware devices
B) To control multiple users’ and computers’ configurations within an Active Directory environment
C) To provide internet access
D) To encrypt data
B) To control multiple users’ and computers’ configurations within an Active Directory environment
Explanation: Group Policy (GP) allows administrators to control the configurations of multiple users and computers within an Active Directory environment, ensuring consistent and secure settings across the network.
What is the difference between Security Groups and Distribution Groups in Windows Server?
A) Security Groups are used for sending email notifications, Distribution Groups are used for granting access to resources
B) Security Groups are used for granting access to resources, Distribution Groups are used for sending email notifications
C) Both are used for sending email notifications
D) Both are used for granting access to resources
B) Security Groups are used for granting access to resources, Distribution Groups are used for sending email notifications
Explanation: Security Groups are used to collect user accounts, computer accounts, and other groups into manageable units for granting access to resources, while Distribution Groups are used for sending email notifications to a group of people.
What is an Organizational Unit (OU) in Active Directory?
A) A physical server
B) A logical container used to organize and manage objects within a domain
C) A type of user account
D) A network protocol
B) A logical container used to organize and manage objects within a domain
Explanation: An Organizational Unit (OU) is a subdivision within an Active Directory into which you can place users, groups, computers, and other organizational units for easier management and application of Group Policies.
What is the role of a Domain Local Group in Windows Server?
A) To manage hardware devices
B) To assign permissions for access to resources within the specific domain in which they are defined
C) To provide internet access
D) To encrypt data
: B) To assign permissions for access to resources within the specific domain in which they are defined
Explanation: Domain Local Groups are Windows Server groups whose scope is restricted to the specific domain in which they are defined, and they are used to assign permissions for access to resources within that domain.
What is the significance of setting a static IP address in Windows Server?
A) It improves network speed
B) It ensures consistent network configuration and connectivity
C) It increases storage capacity
D) It enhances graphical performance
B) It ensures consistent network configuration and connectivity
Explanation: Setting a static IP address in Windows Server ensures consistent network configuration and connectivity, which is important for reliable communication and resource access within the network.
What is a Global Group in Windows Server?
A) A group that can only be used within a single domain
B) A group that can be used to assign permissions for access to resources in any domain
C) A group that is used for sending email notifications
D) A group that is used for managing hardware devices
B) A group that can be used to assign permissions for access to resources in any domain
Explanation: A Global Group in Windows Server can be used to assign permissions for access to resources in any domain, making it versatile for managing access across multiple domains within a forest.
What is a Universal Group in Windows Server?
A) A group that can contain users, groups, and computers from any domain in its forest
B) A group that is restricted to a single domain
C) A group that is used for managing network configurations
D) A group that is used for encrypting data
A) A group that can contain users, groups, and computers from any domain in its forest
Explanation: A Universal Group is a security or distribution group that can contain users, groups, and computers from any domain in its forest, and it can be granted rights and permissions on resources in any domain within the forest.
What is the purpose of a Mail-enabled Security Group in Windows Server?
A) To manage hardware devices
B) To send email notifications and grant access to resources such as SharePoint
C) To provide internet access
D) To encrypt data
B) To send email notifications and grant access to resources such as SharePoint
Explanation: A Mail-enabled Security Group is used for granting access to resources such as SharePoint and for sending email notifications to the users within the group, combining the functionalities of both security and distribution groups.
What is the significance of a Trust Relationship between domains in Active Directory?
A) It allows for the physical connection of servers
B) It enables authentication and resource sharing across domains
C) It improves network speed
D) It increases storage capacity
B) It enables authentication and resource sharing across domains
Explanation: A Trust Relationship between domains in Active Directory allows for secure authentication and resource sharing across the connected domains, facilitating collaboration and access to resources.
What is the role of a Parent Domain in a Domain Tree?
A) To manage hardware devices
B) To serve as the top-level domain that can have child domains under it
C) To provide internet access
D) To encrypt data
B) To serve as the top-level domain that can have child domains under it
Explanation: A Parent Domain in a Domain Tree serves as the top-level domain that can have child domains under it, helping to organize and manage the hierarchical structure of the Active Directory.
Which edition of Windows Server is designed for peer-to-peer networking and data server functions, and does not support being a Domain Controller?
A) Standard Edition
B) Small Business Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
D) Data Center Edition
B) Small Business Edition
Explanation: The Small Business Edition is designed for peer-to-peer networking and data server functions and does not support being a Domain Controller. It includes more roles compared to the Standard Edition.
Which edition of Windows Server is the most expensive and supports multiple CPUs, 32 GB of RAM, and RAID configurations?
A) Standard Edition
B) Small Business Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
D) Data Center Edition
D) Data Center Edition
Explanation: The Data Center Edition is the most expensive edition of Windows Server. It includes a Domain Controller and supports multiple CPUs, 32 GB of RAM, and RAID configurations, making it suitable for large-scale, high-performance environments.
Which edition of Windows Server is specifically designed for web servers, FTP servers, and email servers, and has enhanced WAN capabilities?
A) Standard Edition
B) Small Business Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
D) Web Server Edition
D) Web Server Edition
Explanation: The Web Server Edition is designed for web servers, FTP servers, and email servers. It is the most affordable edition and has enhanced WAN capabilities, making it ideal for hosting web services.
Which edition of Windows Server includes all roles, has a Domain Controller, and is suitable for strong WAN environments?
A) Standard Edition
B) Small Business Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
D) Data Center Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
Explanation: The Enterprise Edition includes all roles, has a Domain Controller, and is suitable for strong WAN environments. It offers a comprehensive set of features for large organizations.
Which edition of Windows Server is suitable for general-purpose use and includes a Domain Controller with a few roles?
A) Standard Edition
B) Small Business Edition
C) Enterprise Edition
D) Web Server Edition
A) Standard Edition
Explanation: The Standard Edition is suitable for general-purpose use and includes a Domain Controller with a few roles. It provides a balanced set of features for small to medium-sized businesses.
