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Your Mac is started up from its OS X Recovery partition. You need to repair the hard disk. Which procedure will let you perform the repair?
- A.
Select Disk Utility in the OS X Utilities window, click Continue, select the hard disk, and click Repair Disk.
- B.
In the OS X Utilities window, click Select Volume, click Continue, select the hard disk, and click Verify & Repair
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Quit the Recovery app, then open Disk Utility from the /Applications/Utilities/ folder on the OS X Recovery partition, select the hard disk, and click Repair Disk.
- D.
Quit the Recovery app, then open Disk Utility from the /Applications/Utilities/ folder on the Macintosh HD partition, select the hard disk, and click Repair Disk.
Correct Answer
A. Select Disk Utility in the OS X Utilities window, click Continue, select the hard disk, and click Repair Disk.Explanation
To repair the hard disk when the Mac is started up from its OS X Recovery partition, you need to select Disk Utility in the OS X Utilities window. Then, click on Continue and select the hard disk that needs to be repaired. Finally, click on Repair Disk to initiate the repair process. This procedure allows you to access the necessary tools and options within the OS X Recovery partition to fix any issues with the hard disk.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which dynamic service discovery protocol does OS X use to discover devices on a network?
- A.
Bonjour
- B.
SLP
- C.
DynDNS
- D.
AppleTalk
Correct Answer
A. BonjourExplanation
OS X uses the Bonjour dynamic service discovery protocol to discover devices on a network. Bonjour is a zero-configuration networking protocol developed by Apple, which allows devices to automatically discover and connect to each other without the need for manual configuration. It is commonly used for finding printers, file-sharing servers, and other network services on a local network.Rate this question:
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In OS X Mountain Lion, where do most applications that are NOT sandboxed store their user-specific preferences?
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In application-specific preferences files in ~/Library/Preferences/
- B.
In a preferences database file in /Library/
- C.
In .DS_Store files, at the root level of ~/
- D.
In a preferences database file in ~/Library/
Correct Answer
A. In application-specific preferences files in ~/Library/Preferences/Explanation
Most applications that are not sandboxed in OS X Mountain Lion store their user-specific preferences in application-specific preferences files located in the ~/Library/Preferences/ directory.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Migration Assistant is open on a Mac with OS X Mountain Lion installed. It CANNOT migrate user files from ________.
- A.
An archive stored on iCloud
- B.
A Time Machine backup on a connected USB hard disk
- C.
Another volume on the same computer
- D.
A Windows XP computer with Service Pack 3 or later installed
Correct Answer
A. An archive stored on iCloudExplanation
Migration Assistant on a Mac with OS X Mountain Lion installed cannot migrate user files from an archive stored on iCloud.Rate this question:
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- 5.
On an OS X computer running Mountain Lion, changes made in the Software Update pane of System Preferences apply to ALL users of the system.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
On an OS X computer running Mountain Lion, changes made in the Software Update pane of System Preferences apply to ALL users of the system. This means that any updates or changes made in the Software Update pane will affect all users of the computer, not just the user who made the changes. This is important to keep in mind when managing software updates and ensuring that all users on the system are kept up to date with the latest software versions.Rate this question:
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- 6.
An OS X Mountain Lion computer has three local users configured as shown above. Bill Sykes has lost the password to his account.Which procedure will let you reset his password?
- A.
Restart the Mac from the OS X Recovery partition, open Terminal from the Utilities menu, type resetpassword and press Return to open the Reset Password utility, and then reset his password.
- B.
Log in as Bill Sykes using the root password, open Users & Groups preferences, and then reset his password.
- C.
Log in as Chris, open Directory preferences and enable the root user, then authenticate as the root user in Users & Groups preferences, and then reset Bill Sykes' password.
- D.
Log in as Chris, open Reset Password from the Utilities folder, and then reset Bill Sykes' password.
Correct Answer
A. Restart the Mac from the OS X Recovery partition, open Terminal from the Utilities menu, type resetpassword and press Return to open the Reset Password utility, and then reset his password.Explanation
To reset Bill Sykes' password, the correct procedure is to restart the Mac from the OS X Recovery partition. Then, open Terminal from the Utilities menu and type "resetpassword" before pressing Return. This will open the Reset Password utility, allowing you to reset Bill Sykes' password.Rate this question:
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You are logged into a MacBook Pro as a standard user.How can you display the OS X Mountain Lion build number?
- A.
Choose About This Mac from the Apple menu, and then click the text directly under OS X until the build number is revealed.
- B.
Type build_number in Spotlight, and then scroll through the resulting information until the build number is revealed.
- C.
In the General pane of System Preferences, click the Info disclosure triangle to reveal the build number.
- D.
Choose Software Update from the Apple menu, and then choose Build Number from the Update menu.
Correct Answer
A. Choose About This Mac from the Apple menu, and then click the text directly under OS X until the build number is revealed.Explanation
The correct answer is to choose About This Mac from the Apple menu, and then click the text directly under OS X until the build number is revealed. This option allows the user to access the system information and find the build number of the OS X Mountain Lion.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these is a recovery key storage location that FileVault 2 offers when you enable it?
- A.
An Apple server
- B.
Your iCloud account
- C.
The System Keychain
- D.
The OS X Recovery partition
Correct Answer
A. An Apple serverExplanation
FileVault 2, a disk encryption program in macOS, provides the option to store the recovery key on an Apple server. This allows users to retrieve the key if they forget their password or encounter any issues with their encrypted disk. Storing the recovery key on an Apple server ensures that it is securely accessible whenever needed, providing an additional layer of protection for encrypted data.Rate this question:
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- 9.
You are manually restoring the home folder for a new user account, and see the message shown above. What will happen if you click Cancel?
- A.
You will be returned to the new account sheet in the Users & Group pane.
- B.
The existing home folder's name will be changed to match the one you entered in the new account sheet.
- C.
The account name will be changed to the name of the existing home folder.
- D.
The existing home folder will be displayed in the Finder with the name selected.
Correct Answer
A. You will be returned to the new account sheet in the Users & Group pane.Explanation
If you click Cancel, you will be returned to the new account sheet in the Users & Group pane. This means that the process of manually restoring the home folder for the new user account will be interrupted and you will not be able to proceed with the restoration.Rate this question:
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- 10.
- A.
It will be deleted immediately, without being moved to the Trash.
- B.
It will be moved to the Trash.
- C.
"Deleted" will be appended to the home folder name, and it will be archived in Time Machine in a compressed and encrypted file.
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"Deleted" will be appended to the home folder name, and its permissions will be changed to allow administrator user access only.
Correct Answer
A. It will be deleted immediately, without being moved to the Trash. -
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You are configuring an OS X Mountain Lion computer that will be located in a public space. You want anyone to be able to log in and use Safari, but you do NOT want their Safari browser history to remain on the computer after users log out.
- A.
Enable the Guest account for login.
- B.
Create a Sharing Only account.
Correct Answer
A. Enable the Guest account for login.Explanation
Enabling the Guest account for login allows anyone to log in and use Safari without needing a personal account. The Guest account is a temporary account that does not save any data, including browser history, after users log out. This ensures that the Safari browser history will not remain on the computer, maintaining privacy for users.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Which OS X Mountain Lion tool can help you create a strong password?
- A.
Password Audit, accessible from Security preferences
- B.
Password Assistant, accessible from Users & Groups preferences
- C.
Security Audit, accessible from Directory Utility
- D.
Password Checking, accessible from Parental Controls preferences
Correct Answer
B. Password Assistant, accessible from Users & Groups preferencesExplanation
The correct answer is Password Assistant, accessible from Users & Groups preferences. This tool in OS X Mountain Lion can assist in creating a strong password.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Which statement is true of ALL THREE buses: USB, FireWire, AND Thunderbolt?
- A.
The bus can operate at speeds of at least 4 Gbps.
- B.
An Intel-based Mac can start up into target disk mode using this bus.
- C.
The bus can host at least 64 peripherals.
- D.
An Intel-based Mac can start up from a drive on this bus.
Correct Answer
D. An Intel-based Mac can start up from a drive on this bus.Explanation
All three buses, USB, FireWire, and Thunderbolt, allow an Intel-based Mac to start up from a drive connected to the bus. This means that if a Mac is connected to a USB, FireWire, or Thunderbolt drive, it can boot up from that drive instead of its internal hard drive. This feature provides flexibility and convenience for Mac users who may need to start up their computer from an external drive for various reasons such as troubleshooting, data recovery, or running multiple operating systems.Rate this question:
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A new 5 MB file was backed up by Time Machine yesterday. Today the file was edited, and has grown to 6 MB. It is about to be backed up by Time Machine again. How does Time Machine perform this backup?
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Time Machine copies the 6 MB file to the backup drive, and deletes the original backup copy of the file from the backup drive.
- B.
Time Machine copies the 6 MB file to the backup drive, and keeps both the new backup file and the original backup file on the backup drive.
- C.
Time Machine identifies the 1 MB of file changes, copies those changes to a new file on the backup drive, and keeps both the new backup file and the original backup file.
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Time Machine identifies the 1 MB of file changes, copies those changes to a new file on the backup drive, then creates a 500 KB parity file, and keeps all three files: the two new files representing the 1 MB of file changes, and the original backup file.
Correct Answer
C. Time Machine identifies the 1 MB of file changes, copies those changes to a new file on the backup drive, and keeps both the new backup file and the original backup file.Explanation
Time Machine performs the backup by identifying the 1 MB of file changes that have been made to the 5 MB file. It then copies only those changes to a new file on the backup drive, while keeping both the new backup file and the original backup file. This allows for efficient use of storage space on the backup drive, as only the changes are stored rather than duplicating the entire file.Rate this question:
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Review the screenshot of part of a Network Utility window, and then answer the question below.
- A.
A forward lookup of mainserver.pretendco.com returned the IP address 10.1.0.1.
- B.
A reverse lookup of mainserver.pretendco.com returned the IP address 10.1.0.1.
- C.
A reverse lookup of 10.1.0.1 returned the name mainserver.pretendco.com.
- D.
The DNS server for mainserver.pretendco.com is pretendco.com.
Correct Answer
B. A reverse lookup of mainserver.pretendco.com returned the IP address 10.1.0.1.Explanation
The given answer is correct because it states that a reverse lookup of mainserver.pretendco.com returned the IP address 10.1.0.1. This means that when the DNS server received a request for the IP address associated with the hostname mainserver.pretendco.com, it was able to successfully retrieve the corresponding IP address, which is 10.1.0.1. This confirms that the reverse lookup functionality of the DNS server is working properly.Rate this question:
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- 16.
In a default OS X Mountain Lion installation, which permission is assigned to the top level of each user's home folder to make it accessible to Guest users who log in locally?
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Everyone has Read & Write access.
- B.
The staff group has Read & Write access.
- C.
The wheel group has Read only access.
- D.
Everyone has Read only access.
Correct Answer
D. Everyone has Read only access.Explanation
In a default OS X Mountain Lion installation, the permission assigned to the top level of each user's home folder to make it accessible to Guest users who log in locally is "Everyone has Read only access." This means that Guest users can view the contents of the home folder, but they cannot make any changes or modifications to the files within it.Rate this question:
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You upgrade a Snow Leopard Mac that has legacy FileVault encryption to Mountain Lion.If a user forgets his login password, how can you help him regain access to his encrypted home folder?
- A.
Log in to the admin user account, open Keychain Access, open the user's login keychain, and then let the user view the account password.
- B.
At the Login Window, enter an incorrect password three times in a row. When the "forgot your password" dialog appears, click the Arrow next to Master Password. Enter the master password, and then reset the user account password.
- C.
Log in to the admin user account, open Users & Groups preferences, click Reset Password, enter the admin password, and then reset the user account password.
- D.
At the Login Window, enter an incorrect password three times in a row. When the "forgot your password" dialog appears, click the Arrow next to Apple ID. Enter the user's Apple ID, and then reset the user account password.
Correct Answer
B. At the Login Window, enter an incorrect password three times in a row. When the "forgot your password" dialog appears, click the Arrow next to Master Password. Enter the master password, and then reset the user account password.Explanation
To regain access to the encrypted home folder of a user who has forgotten their login password after upgrading a Snow Leopard Mac to Mountain Lion, you can follow these steps: At the Login Window, enter an incorrect password three times in a row. When the "forgot your password" dialog appears, click the Arrow next to Master Password. Then, enter the master password, which will allow you to reset the user account password and regain access to the encrypted home folder.Rate this question:
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- 18.
On a Mac running OS X Mountain Lion, how can you display a list of installed software updates?
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Open System Information, click System Report, and then in the sidebar under Software, click Installations.
- B.
Open Software Update preferences and click Installed Software.
- C.
Open Installer, choose Show Files from the File menu, and then in the Files section under /var/log/, select install.log.
- D.
Open Software Update and click Receipts.
Correct Answer
B. Open Software Update preferences and click Installed Software.Explanation
To display a list of installed software updates on a Mac running OS X Mountain Lion, you need to open the Software Update preferences and click on "Installed Software". This will provide you with a comprehensive list of all the software updates that have been installed on your system.Rate this question:
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In what order do these three OS X components load at startup?
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1. Firmware 2. Booter 3. Kernel
- B.
1. Kernel 2. Firmware 3. Booter
- C.
1. Firmware 2. Kernel 3. Booter
- D.
1. Booter 2. Kernel 3. Firmware
Correct Answer
A. 1. Firmware 2. Booter 3. KernelExplanation
The correct order in which these three OS X components load at startup is: 1. Firmware, 2. Booter, 3. Kernel. The firmware is responsible for initializing the hardware and providing basic functionality to the computer. The booter is responsible for loading the operating system and any necessary drivers. Finally, the kernel is the core component of the operating system that manages system resources and executes user programs.Rate this question:
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Review the screenshot of a portion of the Disk Utility application window, and then answer the question below. Which statement best describes the selected in the screenshot above?
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It is one of three stripes in a RAID set.
- B.
It is one of three hard disks in a RAID set.
- C.
It is one of three file systems on a partition.
- D.
It is one of three partitions on a hard disk.
Correct Answer
D. It is one of three partitions on a hard disk.Explanation
The selected item in the screenshot is identified as "disk0s2" and is labeled as a "partition". This indicates that it is a separate section or division on the hard disk. Therefore, the statement "It is one of three partitions on a hard disk" best describes the selected item.Rate this question:
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Which of these must you know about a corporate VPN server before you can configure the VPN software on an OS X computer to access the corporate network?
- A.
If the corporate VPN server supports DNSSEC
- B.
If the corporate VPN server supports PPPoE
- C.
If the corporate VPN server supports PPTP, L2TP over IPSec, or Cisco IPSec
- D.
If network protocols will be encapsulated by the corporate VPN server
Correct Answer
C. If the corporate VPN server supports PPTP, L2TP over IPSec, or Cisco IPSecExplanation
Before configuring the VPN software on an OS X computer to access the corporate network, it is important to know if the corporate VPN server supports PPTP, L2TP over IPSec, or Cisco IPSec. This information is crucial because the VPN software on the OS X computer needs to be compatible with the protocols supported by the corporate VPN server in order to establish a secure connection and access the corporate network.Rate this question:
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Which process will let you start up a Mac in target disk mode?
- A.
Hold down the S key on the keyboard while the Mac starts up, then enter the command reboot target.
- B.
Open the Startup Disk preferences, click Target Disk Mode, and then click Restart.
- C.
Start up from the OS X Recovery partition, choose Target Disk Mode from the Startup Disk menu, and restart the Mac.
- D.
Hold down the Option key on the keyboard as the Mac starts up, until a dialog appears, then select Target Disk Mode from the dialog.
Correct Answer
B. Open the Startup Disk preferences, click Target Disk Mode, and then click Restart.Explanation
The correct answer is to open the Startup Disk preferences, click Target Disk Mode, and then click Restart. This process allows the user to start up a Mac in target disk mode by accessing the Startup Disk preferences and selecting the Target Disk Mode option. Once selected, the Mac will restart in target disk mode, allowing it to be used as an external hard drive for another Mac.Rate this question:
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How do you start up an OS X Mountain Lion computer in Safe Mode?
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Hold down Shift during startup.
- B.
Open Terminal, type safe_boot, press Return, and then restart the Mac.
- C.
Hold down Command-Option-P-R during startup.
- D.
Start up from the OS X Recovery partition, and then choose Safe Boot from the Startup Disk menu.
Correct Answer
A. Hold down Shift during startup.Explanation
To start up an OS X Mountain Lion computer in Safe Mode, you need to hold down the Shift key during startup. This will prevent certain software and startup items from loading, allowing you to troubleshoot and fix any issues with your computer. It is a common method used to diagnose and resolve problems with the operating system.Rate this question:
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An OS X Mountain Lion computer is connected to both an Ethernet and a Wi-Fi network.How can you specify which interface the Mac will use to access the Internet?
- A.
Use Internet Connect to select the preferred interface, and disable the other interface(s).
- B.
Enter a DNS configuration for the preferred interface, and delete the DNS configuration for the other interface(s).
- C.
Assign a public IP address to the preferred interface, and a private IP address to the other interface(s).
- D.
Use the Set Service Order action to move the preferred interface to the top of the Service Order list.
Correct Answer
D. Use the Set Service Order action to move the preferred interface to the top of the Service Order list.Explanation
By using the Set Service Order action to move the preferred interface to the top of the Service Order list, the Mac will prioritize that interface for accessing the internet. This means that when the computer needs to connect to the internet, it will first try to use the preferred interface before considering the other interfaces. This allows the user to specify which interface the Mac will use to access the internet, ensuring a consistent and desired connection.Rate this question:
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Review the screenshot, and then answer the question below. If you change the folder privilege for "everyone" to Read & Write, Finder, by default, will change the permissions of items inside the folder to match.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
If you change the folder privilege for "everyone" to Read & Write, Finder, by default, will not change the permissions of items inside the folder to match.Rate this question:
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- 26.
When a user logs in, which task is NOT performed by the user's loginwindow or launchd processes?
- A.
Configure input device and system settings according to System Preferences.
- B.
Launch items in /Library/LaunchDaemons.
- C.
Launch Login Items specified in Users & Groups preferences.
- D.
Launch Dock and Finder.
Correct Answer
B. Launch items in /Library/LaunchDaemons.Explanation
The user's loginwindow or launchd processes do not perform the task of launching items in /Library/LaunchDaemons. These processes are responsible for managing the login process and launching various system services and applications based on user preferences and settings. However, launching items in /Library/LaunchDaemons is handled by the system's launchd process, which is responsible for managing system-level daemons and services.Rate this question:
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- 27.
You started up a Mac from its OS X Recovery partition to complete a task. When you restarted, the Mac started up from the OS X Recovery partition again. How can you configure it to start up from a different volume?
- A.
Choose Disk Utility from the Apple menu, and select a startup volume.
- B.
Choose Startup Disk from the Apple menu, and select a startup volume.
- C.
Choose Startup Disk in the OS X Utilities window, and select a startup volume.
- D.
Choose Terminal from the Utilities menu, type startupdisk -[volume name] and press Return.
Correct Answer
B. Choose Startup Disk from the Apple menu, and select a startup volume.Explanation
To configure the Mac to start up from a different volume, you need to choose "Startup Disk" from the Apple menu and then select the desired startup volume. This option allows you to manually select the volume from which the Mac should boot up, overriding the default setting of starting up from the OS X Recovery partition.Rate this question:
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Which folder contains instructions for the launchd process to start certain items when a user logs in to an OS X Mountain Lion computer?
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/etc/launchd/
- B.
/Library/LaunchAgents/
- C.
/var/run/launchd/
- D.
/Library/Extensions/
Correct Answer
B. /Library/LaunchAgents/Explanation
The correct answer is /Library/LaunchAgents/. This folder contains instructions for the launchd process to start certain items when a user logs in to an OS X Mountain Lion computer.Rate this question:
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In OS X Mountain Lion, Safe Boot ________.
- A.
Increases data security by modifying Sharing settings, so only essential protocols are enabled at startup
- B.
Facilitates troubleshooting by preventing loading of third-party components in the operating system at startup
- C.
Increases data security by assigning all standard users Read-only privileges to mounted local volumes
- D.
Prevents users from accessing sensitive system files by loading Simple Finder instead of Finder at startup
Correct Answer
B. Facilitates troubleshooting by preventing loading of third-party components in the operating system at startupExplanation
Safe Boot in OS X Mountain Lion facilitates troubleshooting by preventing the loading of third-party components in the operating system at startup. This means that when the system is started in Safe Boot mode, only essential system components are loaded, which can help identify and resolve any issues caused by third-party software or drivers. This can be useful in troubleshooting software conflicts or other problems that may arise during normal startup.Rate this question:
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How can you find out which application the Finder will use to open a specific document?
- A.
Select the document icon in the Finder, choose Get Info from the File menu, and click the disclosure triangle next to "Open with" in the Info window to reveal the selected application in the pop-up menu.
- B.
Select the document icon in the Finder, and choose Show Default Application from the File menu.
- C.
Control-click the document icon in the Finder, and choose Show Application from the shortcut menu.
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Select the document icon in the Finder, choose Show Inspector from the File menu, click Application Bindings in the Inspector window, and scroll to locate the selected application in the pop-up menu.
Correct Answer
A. Select the document icon in the Finder, choose Get Info from the File menu, and click the disclosure triangle next to "Open with" in the Info window to reveal the selected application in the pop-up menu.Explanation
To find out which application the Finder will use to open a specific document, you need to select the document icon in the Finder. Then, choose Get Info from the File menu. In the Info window, click the disclosure triangle next to "Open with" to reveal the selected application in the pop-up menu. This will show you the application that is set as the default for opening that specific document.Rate this question:
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You can configure Time Machine to delete versions of files as soon as they reach a specified age.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Time Machine is a backup feature in macOS that allows users to restore files to previous versions. However, it does not have the capability to automatically delete versions of files based on their age. Therefore, the statement that Time Machine can be configured to delete versions of files as soon as they reach a specified age is false.Rate this question:
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How does OS X Mountain Lion handle third-party, 32-bit kernel extensions (KEXTs)?
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It ignores them.
- B.
It prompts the user with an option to convert them to 64-bit.
- C.
It moves them to /Library/Extensions/Disabled/.
- D.
It runs them in compatibility mode.
Correct Answer
B. It prompts the user with an option to convert them to 64-bit.Explanation
OS X Mountain Lion handles third-party, 32-bit kernel extensions (KEXTs) by prompting the user with an option to convert them to 64-bit. This means that when the operating system detects a 32-bit KEXT, it notifies the user and gives them the choice to convert it to the 64-bit version. This is likely done to ensure compatibility and optimize performance, as 64-bit extensions are generally more efficient and capable than their 32-bit counterparts.Rate this question:
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The function of journaling in the Mac OS Extended (Journaled) file system is to ________.
- A.
Protect volume structure integrity in cases of unexpected shutdown
- B.
Provide a backup of user files
- C.
Provide support for resource forks, extended attributes, and metadata
- D.
Provide support for Spotlight searches
Correct Answer
A. Protect volume structure integrity in cases of unexpected shutdownExplanation
The function of journaling in the Mac OS Extended (Journaled) file system is to protect volume structure integrity in cases of unexpected shutdown. Journaling keeps a record of changes that are going to be made to the file system, allowing for a quick recovery in the event of a power failure or system crash. This ensures that the file system remains consistent and prevents data loss or corruption.Rate this question:
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You enable Stealth Mode on an OS X Mountain Lion computer's firewall. How does this affect the computer's behavior?
- A.
The Mac will not register any services that are offered via Bonjour.
- B.
The Mac will not allow outgoing connections for non-approved applications.
- C.
The Mac will not respond to incoming connection requests.
- D.
The Mac will not respond to diagnostic probes such as ping.
Correct Answer
D. The Mac will not respond to diagnostic probes such as ping.Explanation
When Stealth Mode is enabled on an OS X Mountain Lion computer's firewall, it prevents the computer from responding to diagnostic probes such as ping. This means that the computer will not acknowledge or respond to any ping requests sent to it. This can be useful for increasing security and privacy, as it makes it more difficult for potential attackers to gather information about the computer's presence or vulnerabilities.Rate this question:
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How can a user with the short name anna exclude the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder from Time Machine backups?
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Option 1
- B.
Open Time Machine, choose Preferences from the Time Machine menu, click the Exclusions tab, click the Add (+) button, navigate to the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder, and click Submit.
- C.
Open the Time Machine pane of System Preferences, click Options, and add the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder to the list of excluded items.
- D.
Control-click the anna account's Downloads folder in the Finder, click the Sharing and Permissions disclosure button, click the Add (+) button, add the Time Machine user to the list of users, and set the Time Machine user's access to "No Access."
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In Terminal, execute the command sudo defaults write /Library/Preferences/com.apple.TimeMachine excludedFolders -array-add /Users/anna/Downloads.
Correct Answer
C. Open the Time Machine pane of System Preferences, click Options, and add the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder to the list of excluded items.Explanation
To exclude the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder from Time Machine backups, the user with the short name "anna" should open the Time Machine pane in System Preferences. Then, they should click on the "Options" button and add the /Users/anna/Downloads/ folder to the list of excluded items. This will ensure that the folder is not included in the Time Machine backups.Rate this question:
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On an optional configuration step in the Setup Assistant in OS X Mountain Lion, pressing Command-Q lets you skip the step.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
In the Setup Assistant in OS X Mountain Lion, pressing Command-Q does not let you skip the optional configuration step. This means that the statement is false.Rate this question:
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Which of these files will Time Machine, by default, NOT back up?
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An encrypted file that was created to track passwords
- B.
A file that Time Machine identifies as conflicting with a previously backed-up file
- C.
A Time Machine preference .plist file
- D.
Any file in the Trash
Correct Answer
D. Any file in the TrashExplanation
Time Machine, by default, will not back up any file in the Trash. The Trash is a temporary storage location for files that have been deleted by the user. Since these files are already considered as deleted and no longer needed, Time Machine does not include them in its backup process. Therefore, any file in the Trash will not be backed up by Time Machine.Rate this question:
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- 38.
How can you display the contents of a hidden folder on a mounted volume in Finder?
- A.
From the Go menu, choose "Go to Folder," enter the path to the hidden folder, and click Go.
- B.
From the View menu, choose "Show hidden items."
- C.
From the Finder menu, choose Preferences, and select "Show hidden items."
- D.
Select the volume icon and choose "Show hidden items" from the Action menu.
Correct Answer
A. From the Go menu, choose "Go to Folder," enter the path to the hidden folder, and click Go.Explanation
To display the contents of a hidden folder on a mounted volume in Finder, you can go to the Go menu and select "Go to Folder." Then, enter the path to the hidden folder and click Go. This will allow you to access and view the contents of the hidden folder.Rate this question:
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- 39.
Which utility is on the OS X Recovery partition?
- A.
Boot Camp Assistant
- B.
Console
- C.
Firmware Password Utility
- D.
Activity Monitor
Correct Answer
B. ConsoleExplanation
The correct answer is Console. The OS X Recovery partition includes the Console utility. Console is a built-in application that allows users to view and monitor system logs, diagnose issues, and troubleshoot problems on their Mac. It provides a detailed view of system events, errors, and messages, making it a useful tool for troubleshooting and debugging purposes.Rate this question:
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- 40.
When a user opens an application, in what order does OS X Mountain Lion search the three Library folders in the local file system for resources that the application needs to access, such as fonts?
- A.
1. ~/Library/ /Library/ /System/Library/
- B.
1. /Library/ ~/Library/ /System/Library/
- C.
1. ~/Library/ /System/Library/ /Library/
- D.
1. /Library/ /System/Library/ ~/Library/
Correct Answer
A. 1. ~/Library/ /Library/ /System/Library/Explanation
The correct order in which OS X Mountain Lion searches the three Library folders in the local file system for resources that the application needs to access, such as fonts, is ~/Library/, followed by /Library/, and then /System/Library/.Rate this question:
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- 41.
Which OS X startup keyboard shortcut causes the system to display the most detailed information about the startup process?
- A.
Command-S
- B.
Shift
- C.
F12
- D.
Command-V
Correct Answer
D. Command-VExplanation
The correct answer is Command-V. This keyboard shortcut is used during the startup process of OS X to display verbose mode, which provides detailed information about the startup process. This can be helpful for troubleshooting and diagnosing any issues that may be occurring during startup.Rate this question:
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- 42.
Which tool lets you search log files?
- A.
Network Utility
- B.
Activity Monitor
- C.
Console
- D.
Archive Utility
Correct Answer
C. ConsoleExplanation
Console is the correct answer because it is a tool that allows users to search log files. It is a built-in application on macOS that provides a graphical interface for viewing and analyzing system logs. With Console, users can easily search for specific information within log files, helping them troubleshoot issues, monitor system activity, and track events and errors.Rate this question:
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- 43.
You have a Mac OS X v10.6.8 computer that has several user accounts.If you install OS X Mountain Lion without first erasing the target volume, what will happen to the 10.6.8 operating system and the existing user accounts?
- A.
The Installer archives the 10.6.8 OS and installs Mountain Lion. It maintains the user accounts.
- B.
He Installer upgrades the 10.6.8 OS to Mountain Lion. It maintains the user accounts.
- C.
The Installer replaces the 10.6.8 OS with Mountain Lion. It archives the user accounts, but they can be restored manually.
- D.
The Installer erases the 10.6.8 OS and installs Mountain Lion. It archives the user accounts, but they can be restored manually.
Correct Answer
B. He Installer upgrades the 10.6.8 OS to Mountain Lion. It maintains the user accounts.Explanation
If you install OS X Mountain Lion without erasing the target volume, the installer will upgrade the existing 10.6.8 operating system to Mountain Lion. It will also maintain the user accounts, meaning that all the user accounts will still be available and accessible after the upgrade.Rate this question:
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- 44.
Which statement about Gatekeeper is TRUE?
- A.
Only the root user can disable Gatekeeper.
- B.
Standard users can bypass Gatekeeper.
- C.
Gatekeeper can ONLY be disabled using a configuration profile.
- D.
Only administrator users can bypass Gatekeeper.
Correct Answer
D. Only administrator users can bypass Gatekeeper.Explanation
The correct answer is that only administrator users can bypass Gatekeeper. This means that standard users do not have the ability to bypass or disable Gatekeeper, and neither do root users. Gatekeeper is a security feature in macOS that helps protect users from downloading and installing malicious software. It verifies the digital signatures of applications and allows only those from identified developers or from the App Store to run by default. However, administrator users have the option to override Gatekeeper's settings and run applications from any source if they choose to do so.Rate this question:
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- 45.
Which statement is TRUE of file and folder permissions in the Finder in OS X Mountain Lion?
- A.
A user with Read-only permissions to a folder CANNOT rename any files in that folder.
- B.
A user with Write-only permissions to a folder can rename any file in that folder.
- C.
A user with Read-only permissions to a folder CANNOT view any files in that folder.
- D.
A user with Write-only permissions to a folder can delete any file in that folder.
Correct Answer
A. A user with Read-only permissions to a folder CANNOT rename any files in that folder.Explanation
A user with Read-only permissions to a folder cannot rename any files in that folder because Read-only permissions only allow the user to view the contents of the folder without making any changes to it. Renaming a file requires Write permissions, which the user does not have in this case.Rate this question:
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- 46.
Review the screenshot, and then answer the question below. While attempting to reinstall OS X Mountain Lion in Recovery mode, you get the error message shown above. Your Mac is physically connected to an Ethernet network.Which tool can you use to diagnose the problem further?
- A.
Internet Connect
- B.
Network Preferences
- C.
Network Diagnostics
- D.
Network Utility
Correct Answer
C. Network DiagnosticsExplanation
In this scenario, the error message suggests that there might be a problem with the network connection while attempting to reinstall OS X Mountain Lion. To diagnose the issue further, the appropriate tool to use would be Network Diagnostics. This tool can help identify any network-related problems and provide troubleshooting options to resolve them.Rate this question:
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- 47.
What is the role of the launchd process in the startup of an OS X Mountain Lion computer?
- A.
The kernel starts launchd, then launchd starts all the other processes involved in startup.
- B.
The init process starts launchd, then launchd starts the items stored in the StartupItems folder.
- C.
Launchd starts the init process, then init starts all the other processes involved in startup.
- D.
The init process starts launchd, then launchd starts the scripts stored in /etc/chron/.
Correct Answer
A. The kernel starts launchd, then launchd starts all the other processes involved in startup.Explanation
The launchd process plays a crucial role in the startup of an OS X Mountain Lion computer. It is initiated by the kernel and is responsible for starting all the other processes involved in the startup process. This includes launching various system daemons, services, and applications that are necessary for the functioning of the operating system. By coordinating the startup sequence, launchd ensures that all the essential components are loaded and initialized in the correct order, leading to a smooth and efficient startup of the computer.Rate this question:
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- 48.
If you use the Get Info window to change Sharing & Permissions settings on a file or folder, Finder preserves and can revert to the previous settings until the window is closed.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
When using the Get Info window to change Sharing & Permissions settings on a file or folder, Finder keeps track of the previous settings and allows the user to revert back to them until the window is closed. This means that if any changes made to the Sharing & Permissions settings are not satisfactory, the user can easily go back to the previous settings by closing the window. Therefore, the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 49.
If you did not store the recovery key with Apple, and you lose the FileVault-enabled account passwords AND the recovery key, there is no way to recover user data on a FileVault-encrypted volume.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
If the recovery key for a FileVault-encrypted volume is not stored with Apple and both the FileVault-enabled account passwords and the recovery key are lost, there is no possible way to recover the user data on that volume. This means that the statement "True" is correct.Rate this question:
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- 50.
In the screenshot below, click the icon of the OS X Mountain Lion System Preferences pane where you can disable the feature that restores windows when apps are reopened.
- A.
General
- B.
Users & Groups
- C.
Mission Control
- D.
Startup Disk
Correct Answer
A. GeneralExplanation
The correct answer is "General". In the System Preferences pane of OS X Mountain Lion, the General tab allows users to customize various general settings for their system. One of the options in the General tab is the feature that restores windows when apps are reopened. By disabling this feature, users can prevent apps from reopening their previously opened windows when they are launched again.Rate this question:
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