13 Module Quiz

A system administrator notices that a critical disk optimization task scheduled by the Task Scheduler has not been running as expected. The administrator needs to ensure the task runs successfully moving forward. What should the administrator do to apply their knowledge and resolve the issue?

• Disable the disk optimization task and manually run the Disk Clean-up tool instead.

• Use the Disk Management Console to initialize the disk and create a new partition.

• Update the operating system to the latest version to ensure compatibility with Task Scheduler.

• Check the Task Scheduler for any errors or unsuccessful runs and reconfigure the task if necessary.

What is the primary purpose of the sfc /scannow command in Windows?

• To check the disk for file system errors and fix them if possible.

• To display detailed information about the system's hardware and software.

• To scan and repair corrupted system files on the operating system.

• To scan the hard drive for bad sectors and attempt to repair them.

A user reports that their desktop computer is not connecting to the corporate network via a wired Ethernet connection. Upon investigation, you find the following: - The Ethernet cable is securely connected to both the computer and the switch. - The Ethernet adapter appears in Device Manager without any errors. - The adapter's settings are set to "Autonegotiate." - The switch is configured for a fixed speed of 1 Gbps and full-duplex mode. What is the most likely cause of the issue?

• The computer's firewall is blocking the network connection.

• The Ethernet adapter's autonegotiation setting is incompatible with the switch's fixed configuration.

• The Ethernet adapter is not configured with a static IP address.

• The Ethernet cable is damaged and needs to be replaced.

A system administrator notices that the disk optimizer task scheduled by the Task Scheduler has not been running successfully. What would be the MOST effective course of action to evaluate and resolve the issue?

• Reinstall the Disk Management Console to ensure proper functionality.

• Disable the Task Scheduler and rely on manual optimization instead.

• Update the drivers for the storage devices using the Device Manager.

• Manually run the disk optimizer tool and monitor its performance for errors.

What is the primary purpose of the Task Scheduler in Windows?

• To troubleshoot and disable malfunctioning devices.

• To automatically run tasks like disk optimization at scheduled times.

• To partition and format new disks for use.

• To manage hardware devices and their drivers.

A user reports that their Windows system is experiencing frequent crashes after a recent software installation. Upon investigation, you suspect the software has made incorrect changes to the Windows Registry. How should you analyze and address the issue using the Registry Editor?

• Use the Registry Editor to disable all startup programs to prevent the software from running and causing crashes.

• Reinstall the operating system to ensure all registry settings are reset to their default values.

• Compare the current registry settings with a backup or baseline to identify discrepancies, then carefully restore or modify the affected keys.

• Delete all registry keys associated with the recently installed software to eliminate any potential conflicts.

You are troubleshooting a Windows system where a specific feature of an application is not working as expected. After researching, you find that the issue is caused by a registry value that needs to be updated. How should you apply your knowledge of the Registry Editor to resolve the issue?

• Avoid using the Registry Editor and instead run a system restore to revert the system to a previous state.

• Back up the registry, open the Registry Editor, locate the relevant registry key, and modify the value as needed.

• Open the Registry Editor, locate the relevant registry key, and modify the value directly without taking any additional steps.

• Use the Registry Editor to delete the registry key associated with the application and restart the system to allow Windows to recreate it.

Which of the following switches for the shutdown command is used to schedule a shutdown after a specified amount of time?

• /s

• /a

• /r

• /t

You are troubleshooting a permission issue on a Windows system where a user is unable to access certain files. You suspect the issue is related to the user's group memberships. Which command should you use to display the current user's security groups and help identify the issue?

• net user

• whoami /groups

• whoami /priv

• whoami /user

You are assisting a user who is unsure about the version and build number of their Windows operating system. You want to quickly display this information using a command.

• msinfo32

• systeminfo

• ver

• winver