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CompTIA A+ 2009 Windows 7
Windows OS, Upgrading, and Compatibility
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Computer Networking
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07/18/2011

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Term
Match each feature based on whether or not it is supported by Windows Vista:
a. editable desktop gadgets
b. speech recognition functionality
c. built-in firewalls
Definition
a, b, c
Term
Match each feature based on whether or not it is supported by Windows XP:
a. editable desktop gadgets
b. speech recognition functionality
c. built-in firewalls
Definition
c
Term
USMT
Definition
User State Migration Tool
Term
USMT enables migration of data, settings, and user accounts between computers running on _________, _________, and ________.
Definition
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Windows 7
Term
The ______ enables migration of data, settings, and user accounts between computers running on Windows XP, Vista, and 7.
Definition
USMT
Term
The USMT enables _____ of data, settings, and user accounts between ________ running on Windows XP, Vista, and 7.
Definition
migration
computers
Term
The USMT enables migration of _____, _______, and _____ ______ between computers running on Windows XP, Vista, and 7.
Definition
data
settings
user accounts
Term
Complete the command from a Windows XP source computer:

C:\Program Files\USMT301>________\\WIN2008-5G5Q3\backups /ue:*\* /ui:brocadero\kelly /i:miguser.xml/i:migapp.xml /o /l:scan.log
Definition
complete the command
Term
Identify the key aspects of running LoadState on a destination computer. Assume you're customizing your preferred migration settings (choose all that apply):

a. You must use MigUser.xml to migrate user folders, files and file types to destination computers running Windows XP or Vista
b. You must specify the Custom.xml file in the command line for the ScanState as well as the LoadState
c. You must use MIGSys.xml to migrate operating system and browsers settings if the destination computer runs Windows Vista
d. LoadState will automatically store data to the same place where ScanState saved it.
Definition
a, b, d
Term
Match each feature to the 32-bit version of Windows Vista:

a. all drivers require the developer's digital signature
b. DEP is built into the hardware
c. Kernel Patch Protection is build in
d. DEP is only available from software
Definition
d
Term
Match each feature to the 64-bit version of Windows Vista:

a. all drivers require the developer's digital signature
b. DEP is built into the hardware
c. Kernel Patch Protection is build in
d. DEP is only available from software
Definition
a, b, c
Term
If you are upgrading from a computer running Windows XP Professional and want to install Windows Vista 32-bit, which versions of Vista will require a clean install?

a. Vista Basic
b. Vista Ultimate
c. Vista Business
d. Vista Home Premium
Definition
a, d
Term
Using the Program Compatibility Wizard, configure the Callinsure Converter program. The program previously worked in a client mode in Windows XP (Service Pack 2) and the display settings were set to 256 colors.
Definition
Term
From the ______ _______, you can update device drivers and verify their functioning.
Definition
Device Manager
Term
Which tasks does Device Manager enable you to perform?
a. Uninstall device drivers
b. Backup drivers
c. Install device drivers
d. View the network status and tasks
e. Update device drivers
Definition
a, c, e
Term
What are the key characteristics of a Windows XP installation (choose all that apply)?
a. it must be installed on an NTFS partition
b. it can be installed via a network location or disk imaging
c. it installs only in a text environment
d. its minimum hardware requirement is a Pentium 233-MHz processor with at least 64MB of RAM
Definition
b, d
Term
When you install a Windows ______ operating system, you are prompted step by step to specify details which are used to configure parameters and install the system.
Definition
Vista
Term
Place these steps in order for the installation stage for Windows Vista:
a. downloads and installs avaiable updates from the internet
b. expands files
c. completes installation
d. copies files
e. installs features
Definition
d, b, e, a, c
Term
The OS enables users to run software and _______, ______, _______, and ________ files.
Definition
access
store
retrieve
manipulate
Term
When was Windows 2007 launched?
Definition
October 2009
Term
In addition to Windows 7, what are the three additional Windows OSs still in widespread use?
Definition
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Vista
Term
This OS introduced support for Active Directory.
Definition
Windows 2000
Term
______ _______ allows for management of resources across an enterprise network
Definition
Active Directory
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 does not have disk quotas.
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 has support for encryption to encode data so it can't be accessed by unauthorized users.
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 includes USB interfaces.
Definition
True
Term
What versions of Windows 2000 are available?
Definition
Server
Advanced Server
DataCenter Server
Professional
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 requires a minimum of 32 MB of RAM.
Definition
True
Term
What is the recommended amount of RAM for running Windows 2000?
Definition
64MB
Term
To run Windows 2000 a computer must have a processor that can run at _____.
Definition
133MHz
Term
What is the maximum amount of RAM supported by Windows 2000?
Definition
4GB
Term
How big must the hard drive be to run Windows 2000?
Definition
2GB total with at least 650MB of free space
Term
To run Windows 2000 you must have a ____ _____ and a ___-_____ or ____-_____ drive.
Definition
VGA
CD-ROM
DVD-ROM
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 is becoming obsolete in the enterprise environment.
Definition
True
Term
What does Windows XP offer above Windows 2000 (4)?
Definition
better plug and play abilities
an intuitive desktop
additional multimedia and network support
a built-in firewall
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 allows multiple users to log on simultaneously, each with their own applications, without others having access to their information.
Definition
False
Windows XP
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP is no longer used in the enterprise environment.
Definition
False
XP is still widely considered to be stable and user-friendly for the enterprise environment.
Term
What are the technical requirements for installing Windows XP (4)
Definition
Pentium 233MHz
64MB RAM minimum, 128MB RAM recommended
1.5GB minimum free space on the hard drive
keyboard and SVGA monitor
Term
What did Windows 2000 offer that was also available in previous versions?
Definition
security
reliability
multitasking
plug and play
multiprocessor support
multiple hardware profiles on one system
Term
Windows 2000 features the ______ ______ and the _______ ______.
Definition
Device Manager
Recovery Console
Term
When was Windows Vista released?
Definition
early 2007
Term
This OS was designed on the core architecture of Windows XP.
Definition
Windows Vista
Term
What advantage does Windows Vista have over Windows XP?
Definition
better memory
better process management
Term
Which versions of Windows Vista offer the Aero Glass graphics processing feature?
Definition
Home Premium
Business
Enterprise
Ultimate
Term
What does the Aero Glass graphics processing feature offer?
Definition
rollover thumbnail previews of minimized windows
flip and flip 3D features for switching between active windows
translucent title bars to direct focus onto a window's content
Term
(T/F)
Windows Vista offers speech and handwriting recognition capabilities.
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows 2000 offers speech and handwriting recognition capabilities.
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP offers speech and handwriting recognition capabilities.
Definition
False
Term
What does the sidebar do?
Definition
It enables quick access to various gadgets that provide quick access to programs or information.
Term
(T/F)
You can add or remove gadgets to the sidebar as you need them.
Definition
True
Term
Name 3 new security features of Windows Vista.
Definition
Bitlocker drive encryption
Windows Defender
UAC
Term
UAC
Definition
User Account Control
Term
_____ controls the manner in which user accounts behave in the system.
Definition
UAC
Term
Under what principle does UAC work?
Definition
least-privileged user principle
Term
What is the least-privileged user principle?
Definition
Standard user accounts are assigned only basic privileges and have no access to system or program files.
Term
What are the technical requirements to run Windows Vista?
Definition
1GHz processor
1GB or system memory
40GB hard drive with 15GB of free space
DirectX9 graphics with WDDM Driver, plus 128MB of graphics memory, Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware with 32 bits per pixel
DVD-ROM
keyboard
Term
When comparing Windows 2000 and XP, which features are exclusive to XP?
a. built-in firewalls
b. plug and play
c. data encryption
d. device manager
Definition
a
Term
Which OSs offer this feature:

650MB installation space.

a. Vista
b. XP
c. 2000
Definition
c, d
Term
Which OSs offer this feature:

Data encryption.

a. Vista
b. XP
c. 2000
Definition
a, b
Term
Which OSs offer this feature:

UAC.

a. Vista
b. XP
c. 2000
Definition
a
Term
Which OSs offer this feature:

An editable desktop sidebar.

a. Vista
b. XP
c. 2000
Definition
a
Term
What are the two types of processors widely available in current operating systems?
Definition
32 and 64-bit processors
Term
These processors are also known as x86.
Definition
32-bit processors
Term
x86 processors can run __ _______ and ______ _______.
Definition
32-bit applications
operating systems
Term
What enables 32-bit applications to run on 64-bit processors?
Definition
The x86 core architecture makes this possible.
Term
What factors account for the increased popularity of 64-bit PCs?
Definition
falling cost of RAM
OS support it
Term
Refers to how fast the processor can handle information.
Definition
bit rate
Term
(T/F)
Changing from a 32- to 64-bit processor theoretically doubles a computer's capacity to process data.
Definition
True
In theory.
Term
What does a computer need in order to effectively use a 64-bit operating system?
Definition
64-bit processor
64-bit hardware drivers
Term
(T/F)
Both 32- and 64-bit operating systems are available for Windows XP, but not later versions.
Definition
False
also available in later versions.
Term
Name 3 differences between 32 and 64-bit operating systems.
Definition
Memory accessibility
Management
Security Features
Term
What makes 64-bit systems advantageous over 32-bit systems?
Definition
64-bit systems use more RAM making it better suited to the needs of users who frequently switch between multiple applications.
Term
(T/F)
Each 32- or 64-bit OS can access different amounts of RAM.
Definition
True
Term
What is the range of RAM a 64-bit Windows Vista system able to access?
Definition
1-128GB of RAM
Term
How much RAM can a 32-bit Vista system access?
Definition
4GB
Term
How much RAM can Windows Vista Home Basic access?
Definition
8GB
Term
How much RAM can Vista Business access?
Definition
128GB
Term
Vista OS supports:

16-bit software
Definition
32-bit - some
64-bit - none
Term
Vista OS supports:

32-bit driver support
Definition
32-bit editions supports drivers designed for Windows Vista
64-bit editions supports no 32-bit drivers
Term
Vista OS supports:

DEP
Definition
32-bit editions DEP software based
64-bit editions DEP hardware based
Term
Vista OS supports:

driver signatures
Definition
32-bit editions unsigned drivers can be used
64-bit editions only drivers digitally signed by the developer may be used
Term
Vista OS supports:

Kernel Patch Protection
Definition
32-bit editions not available
64-bit editions available
Term
_______ ________ ________ stops potentially malicious programs from updating the Windows Vista Kernel by preventing kernel-mode drivers from extending or replacing kernel services.
Definition
Kernel Patch Protection
Term
(T/F)
Kernel Patch Protection can stop other programs from editing the kernel in any way.
Definition
True
Term
What is the memory access for:
Vista 32-bit
Vista 64-bit
Definition
up to 4GB RAM
more than 128GB RAM
Term
What are the memory access times for the five different 64-bit editions of Windows Vista?
Definition
Home Basic 8GB
Home Premium 16GB
Business >128GB
Enterprise >128GB
Ultimate >128GB
Term
System Requirements for 32- and 64-bit editions of Windows Vista
Definition
32-bit 1GHz 32-bit (x86) processor
OR
64-bit (x64) processor

64-bit editions 1GHz 64-bit (x64) processor, 1GB of RAM (4GB recommended)
Term
What are the advanced security features offered in the 64-bit edition of Windows Vista?
Definition
Data Execution Prevention
Kernel Patch Protection
Term
DEP
Definition
data execution protection
Term
(T/F)
32-bit and 64-bit editions of Vista offer hardware DEP.
Definition
False
Only 64-bit
Term
What is software-based DEP?
Definition
prevents possible malicious programs from executing code from non-executable memory regions by checking application exceptions against a function table for that application.
Term
Why is software DEP potentially unsafe?
Definition
it merely checks applications exceptions against a function table for that application
Term
Prevents kernel mode drivers from extending or replacing kernel services and by stopping other programs from editing the kernel
Definition
Kernel Patch Protection found on 64-bit editions of Windows Vista
Term
What is an additional security measure used in Windows Vista?
Definition
all 64-bit editions require all drivers to be signed using their developer's digital signature.
Term
Can you move from a 32- to and x64 operating system?
Definition
Yes, but you could have a problem with hardware drivers.
Term
(T/F)
If a manufacturer makes a 32-bit edition of software it will automatically work on the 64-bit edition of Vista.
Definition
False
Not all software developers have started programming for 64-bit editions due to the newness of the 64-bit market.
Term
Where does 64-bit Vista install 32-bit software?
Definition
Program Files (x86)
Term
(T/F)
You can install a 32-bit OS on a PC with a 64-bit processor.
Definition
True
but it will not run at a 64-bit rate
Term
(T/F)
You can install a 64-bit OS on a PC with a 32-bit processor.
Definition
False
but the converse is true
Term
You can't upgrade from a 32-bit OS to a 64-bit OS without a new ________ ________.
Definition
custom installation
Term
What happens when you upgrade from a 32-bit edition of Vista to a 640bit edition?
Definition
You lose all of your software settings.
Term
Match each feature to the 32-bit edition of Vista:

a. provide kernel patch protection
b. requires drivers with digital signatures
c. supports hardware-based DEP
d. supports software-based DEP
Definition
d
Term
Match each feature to the 32-bit edition of Vista:

a. provide kernel patch protection
b. requires drivers with digital signatures
c. supports hardware-based DEP
d. supports software-based DEP
Definition
a, b, c
Term
What are the two methods of upgrading your Windows OS?
Definition
upgrade-in-place
clean install
Term
To upgrade in place you install a newer compatible version of Windows over the old one, and keep your ______ and ________.
Definition
files
settings
Term
What's the best way to upgrade to a 64-bit OS?
Definition
Used Windows Easy Transfer to move your files and settings to an external drive and then move them back once the new OS is installed.
Term
You can upgrade _______ _____ and ______ ___ _____ to Windows XP Professional directly without a clean install.
Definition
Windows 2000
Windows XP Home
Term
You have to perform a _____ ______ any time you want to upgrade from Windows 2000 Professional to any version of Windows Vista.
Definition
clean install
Term
To upgrade from Windows 2000 to Windows Vista it is possible to upgrade to an intermediate like _______ ____ ________ beforehand.
Definition
Windows XP Professional
Term
You can upgrade an OS by using an ______ _____ of the Vista edition you want to upgrade to.
Definition
upgrade copy
Term
Upgrade Adviser Tool
Definition
Should be used when planning to upgrade any other operating system to Windows Vista.
Term
What does the Update Tool Adviser do?
Definition
scans the computer and produces a report listing any incompatible hardware and software and suggests ways to overcome these issues.
Term
You can perform an upgrade in-place to Windows Vista using one of the following operating systems (4):
Definition
XP Home
XP Media Center
XP Professional
XP Tablet PC
Term
Windows XP Home can be upgraded to:
Definition
Vista Home Basic
Vista Home Premium
Vista Business
Vista Ultimate
Term
You can upgrade Windows XP Media Center to
Definition
Vista Home Premium
Vista Ultimate
Term
You can upgrade Windows XP professional to
Definition
Vista Business
Vista Ultimate
Term
You can only upgrade Windows XP Tablet PC to
Definition
Vista Business
Vista Ultimate
Term
(T/F)
XP Home can be upgraded to Vista Home Basic
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Media Center can be upgraded to Vista Home Basic
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Pro can be upgraded to Vista Home Basic
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Tablet can be upgraded to Vista Home Basic
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Home can be upgraded to Vista Home Premium
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Media Center can be upgraded to Vista Home Premium
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Professional can be upgraded to Vista Home Premium
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Tablet PC can be upgraded to Vista Home Premium
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Home can be upgraded to Vista Business
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Media Center can be upgraded to Vista Business
Definition
False
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Professional can be upgraded to Vista Business
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Tablet PC can be upgraded to Vista Business
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Home can be upgraded to Vista Ultimate
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Media Center can be upgraded to Vista Ultimate
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Professional can be upgraded to Vista Ultimate
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Professional can be upgraded to Vista Ultimate
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
Windows XP Tablet PC can be upgraded to Vista Ultimate
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
You can't perform an upgrade in place from Windows 2000 or Windows XP Professional x64 to Windows Vista. This process requires a clean install.
Definition
True
Term
Which system upgrades can be performed with an upgrade in place?
a. Windows XP Tablet PC 32-bit to Windows Vista Home Premium 32-bit edition
b. Windows XP Professional 32-bit to Windows Vista Ultimate 32-bit
c. Windows XP Media Center 32-bit to Windows Vista Home Basic 32-bit edition
d. Windows XP Home 32-bit to Windows Vista Business 32-bit edition
Definition
b, d
Term
Before upgrading you should determine whether _____ ______ versions will work with the new OS.
Definition
older hardware
Term
This list is no longer maintained as a complete hardware reference.
Definition
Hardware Compatibility List
Term
What is used in lieu of the Hardware Compatibility List?
Definition
You can access a detailed list of hardware and software and versions of Windows that support them at the Windows marketplace website.
Term
_______ compatibility is similar to ______ compatibility.
Definition
Software
hardware
Term
How are compatibility issues resolved in Windows Vista?
Definition
By using Compatibility mode
Term
What two methods can be used to configure program compatibility?
Definition
program compatibility wizard
manual configuration
Term
Where can you access the program compatibility wizard?
Definition
control panel
Term
What is compatibility mode?
Definition
Being able to use older programs with newer versions of Windows.
Term
What version of Windows has a program compatibility wizard?
Definition
Vista
Term
The compatibility wizard asks you to specify ______ ______, such as color and screen resolution.
Definition
display settings
Term
The program compatibility wizard allows you to disable visual ______, desktop _______, and display _______ on high DPI settings.
Definition
themes
composition
scaling
Term
program compatibility wizard - Administrative privileges are usually required for programs that
Definition
were created for Windows 98
or require installers and system utilities
Term
(T/F)
The program compatibility wizard lets you test compatibility settings of a program before exiting.
Definition
True
Term
(T/F)
After testing software compatibility in the program compatibility wizard you are required to proved feedback on whether or not the program worked correctly.
Definition
True
Term
Where can you manually modify an applications compatibility?
Definition
In the applications properties
Term
The compatibility tabbed page in an application's properties includes 3 section.
Definition
compatibility mode
settings
privilege level
Term
enables you to specify a windows version compatible with the program you want to run
Definition
application properties>compatibility tab>compatibility mode
Term
enables you to choose a visual setting compatible with the program you want to run.
Definition
application properties>compatibility tab>settings
Term
allows you to run a program with administrative privileges if required
Definition
application properties>Compatibility>privilege level
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