1.
Which of the following technologies is the graphical user interface used by default in Windows Vista and Windows 7?
Correct Answer
B. Windows Aero
Explanation
Windows Aero is Microsoft’s new visual experience. It features translucent windows, window animations, three-dimensional viewing of windows, and a modified taskbar. You can make modifications to the look of Aero by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Personalize. Then select Windows Color and Appearance. There you can modify features such as the transparency of windows. Note: Aero is not available in Windows Vista Home Basic.
2.
You are the PC technician for your company. You are upgrading your computers to Windows 7. There are certain users who have older applications. What tool can you use to make the application run under the newer operating system?
Correct Answer
C. Program Compatibility Wizard
Explanation
To enable applications written for older versions of Windows to run properly on Windows Vista/XP, you can use the Program Compatibility wizard that is built into Windows, or the Compatibility tab located on the executable file’s properties sheet. XP Mode uses Windows Virtual PC to run older applications under a virtualized copy of Windows XP rather than running them in Windows 7.
3.
Which of the following is a central database for Windows, applications, and user settings that should be backed up on a regular basis?
Correct Answer
B. The Registry
Explanation
The Windows Registry acts as a central database for Windows, applications, and user settings. When you install a program, update Windows, or even change the color of the desktop, a part of the Windows Registry changes.
4.
You are working on a computer. You receive a message about virtual memory being low on resources. What is virtual memory?
Correct Answer
D. Your system memory has burrowed some hard disk space
Explanation
If you run short of money, you can borrow some from the bank (assuming your credit’s in decent shape). However, there’s a penalty: interest. Similarly, if your system runs short of memory, it can borrow hard disk space and use it as virtual memory. The penalty for this type of borrowing is performance: Virtual memory is much slower than real RAM memory. However, you can adjust how your system uses virtual memory to achieve better performance.
5.
Which of the following is a file management utility that is used on Windows-based operating systems?
Correct Answer
A. Windows Explorer
Explanation
If you are using a Windows-based operating system, you have used this at one time or the other. You can view all files on the system as well as view network drives.
6.
You are working on your Windows XP desktop computer. You need to modify your network settings. Which of the following will you use to modify this?
Correct Answer
C. My Network Places
Explanation
Windows XP uses My Network Places to manage dial-up and local area network connections. When you open My Network Places, you see a list of network connections and shared folders on the network, including those located on the local computer and on remote computers.
7.
Which of the following files are required to boot the Windows 7 operating system? (Choose all that apply.)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Bootmgr
B. BCD
C. Hal.dll
D. Ntoskrnl.exe
Explanation
The boot files have changed with the newer operating system. Bootmgr has taken the place of NTLDR and determines which operating system to boot. Boot Configuration Data store (BCD) tells Bootmgr the operating systems that can boot and their method of booting. Hardware Abstraction Layer (Hal.dll) allows applications to access devices without the application having to understand a specific protocol used by any one device. Ntoskrnl.exe is the kernel image for 7 (and Vista, XP, 2000), and is responsible for services such as process and memory management and hardware virtualization among other things.
8.
Which of the following files is a specially formatted text file that configures the startup process for the Windows XP operating system?
Correct Answer
B. BOOT.ini
Explanation
The Boot.ini file is a specially formatted text file that configures the startup process for Windows XP. It resides in the default boot drive, even if Windows is installed on another drive.
9.
You have just been given a new hard drive to install in a client’s computer to be installed with a new Windows operating system. What processes must you go through while you install the operating system on the drive? (Choose two.)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Create a new partition
C. Format the drive
Explanation
While you install the Windows operating system to the new drive, you must go through the partitioning and formatting steps. Hardly any drives are ready to accept an operating system right out of the box.
10.
You are doing some phone support for your company. A user calls up and says he is not able to get out to network resources. You need him to run the ipconfig utility to check for a valid IP address. How would you tell the user to pull up the command prompt in Windows 7? (Choose all that apply.)
Correct Answer(s)
B. Start, Run, and type cmd
D. Start > Programs> Accessories > Command Prompt icon
Explanation
You can start a command-prompt session in Windows 7 by clicking on the Command Prompt option in the Start menu; it’s located in the Accessories menu. However, it’s faster to use the Search box.
11.
Which of the following parameters (switches) will copy all files, folders, and subfolders, including empty subfolders, to the TEST folder?
Correct Answer
C. Xcopy *.* c:\test /E
Explanation
/E is needed to copy the files, directories, subdirectories, including empty subdirectories. /S will copy files, directories, and subdirectories, but not empty subdirectories. If you add /T on to the end, you will get just the empty directories copied. \T is not a valid switch.
12.
You are providing some phone support for your clients. They are telling you that the video seems to be showing poorly. You need to see if there is a problem with the video card. Where would you instruct them to go to view this information?
Correct Answer
C. Device Manager
Explanation
For you to view the installed devices you need to instruct the user to go in to Device Manager and see if there are any errors on the display adapters.
13.
You are contacted by a client that is having problems because her computer is running very slowly. You need to run a utility to see if the system needs to have more memory installed. Which of the following utilities should you use?
Correct Answer
A. Performance Monitor
Explanation
You can use the performance monitor by going to the Run command (Windows XP, 2000) or Search box (Windows Vista, 7) and typing perfmon. This utility can help you diagnose memory bottlenecks.
14.
What is the minimum processor requirement for Windows 7?
Correct Answer
D. 1GHZ
Explanation
Windows 7 requires at least a 1 GHz processor, although faster processors will improve performance.
15.
What is the minimum RAM requirement for Windows 7 32-bit version?
Correct Answer
C. 1024MB
Explanation
1024MB (1GB) of RAM is the minimum needed for the 32-bit version of Windows 7. However, 2048MB (2GB) is the minimum needed for the 64-bit version of Windows 7.
16.
A user wants to modify his network connection from the Windows Vista Network window. Which of the following options will allow the user to do this?
Correct Answer
D. Network and Sharing Center
Explanation
To manage network connections while in the Network window, click the Network and Sharing Center button. Once that window opens, click the link for Manage Network Connections.