Installing Microsoft Windows XP
Instructions:
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1. Given here are multiple/single choice questions.
2. Choose the appropriate option/s.
3. Each question consists of one mark.
4. Questions are based on installing and troubleshooting the failed installation of XP.
5. Passing percentage are 80%. (i. E. 28 marks out of 35).
6. You will be given "certificate of achievement" on passing the exam.
7. All the best!
- 1.
Michael is planning to upgrade his existing Win98 system to WinXP. He is not too sure if his system can be upgraded smoothly. He does not know the components used in this computer. To spare himself unnecessary headaches, what should he do?
- A.
Run the command \i386\winnt32 -upgrade.
- B.
Run the command \i386\winnt -checkupgrade.
- C.
Run the command \i386\winnt32 -checkupgradeonly.
- D.
Contact Microsoft for a customized HCL.
Correct Answer
C. Run the command \i386\winnt32 -checkupgradeonly.Explanation
To ensure a smooth upgrade from Windows 98 to Windows XP, Michael should run the command \i386\winnt32 -checkupgradeonly. This command will check if his system meets the requirements for upgrading to Windows XP without actually initiating the upgrade process. By running this command, Michael can determine if his system is compatible with Windows XP and avoid any potential headaches or issues that may arise during the upgrade.Rate this question:
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Sam is planning to upgrade his existing Win98 system to WinXP. He wants to sure that after the upgrade there is no need for him to additionally install a series of updates. What should he do? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Download the service packs and include them on the same CD, under \sp.
- B.
Download the service packs and include them on a separate CD, under \i386.
- C.
Make sure an Internet connection is ready.
- D.
Request the installation utility to retrieve dynamic updates.
Correct Answer(s)
C. Make sure an Internet connection is ready.
D. Request the installation utility to retrieve dynamic updates.Explanation
Sam should make sure that an Internet connection is ready and request the installation utility to retrieve dynamic updates. This is because by having an Internet connection, Sam can download the necessary updates directly from the Microsoft website during the installation process. Requesting the installation utility to retrieve dynamic updates ensures that any available updates at the time of installation will be downloaded and installed automatically, saving Sam the trouble of manually installing them later.Rate this question:
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John is planning to upgrade his existing Win98 system to WinXP. He is not too sure if his system can be upgraded smoothly. His system has a 166MHZ processor, 128M RAM, 1.GB hard disk and a 4M SVGA adaptor. For a successful upgrade, he will have to replace or strengthen which hardware components? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Processor.
- B.
RAM.
- C.
Display Adaptor.
- D.
Hard disk
Correct Answer(s)
A. Processor.
D. Hard diskExplanation
To successfully upgrade his system from Win98 to WinXP, John will need to replace or strengthen his processor and hard disk. The 166MHZ processor may not meet the minimum system requirements for WinXP, so upgrading to a faster processor would be necessary. Additionally, the 1GB hard disk may not have enough storage space for WinXP and other software, so upgrading to a larger capacity hard disk would also be required. The RAM and display adaptor do not need to be replaced or strengthened in this case.Rate this question:
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You will be installing WinXP on a computer you purchased one year ago. This computer has 256M RAM and 9GB of disk space. Five users will be sharing this computer. All of them use graphic intensive software. You need to ensure optimal performance and efficient user switching. Which of the following is a correct guideline to follow?
- A.
Make sure you have a 500mhz+ CPU.
- B.
Add an additional 64M of RAM for each user.
- C.
Add an additional 100MHZ for each user.
- D.
Consider deploying a RAID 5 disk subsystem.
- E.
Consider installing an OPENGL compatible video adaptor.
Correct Answer
B. Add an additional 64M of RAM for each user.Explanation
To ensure optimal performance and efficient user switching on a computer with 256M RAM and 9GB of disk space, adding an additional 64M of RAM for each user is a correct guideline to follow. This will increase the total RAM available for the system, allowing each user to have more memory for running graphic intensive software. This will help prevent slowdowns and improve overall performance.Rate this question:
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You will be installing WinXP on a HP computer you purchased one month ago.What are the available forms of WinXP Pro installation for this computer? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Clean install.
- B.
Upgrade over.
- C.
Remote install.
- D.
Diskless install.
- E.
Side by side.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Clean install.
B. Upgrade over.
E. Side by side.Explanation
The available forms of WinXP Pro installation for the HP computer are clean install, upgrade over, and side by side. A clean install involves installing the operating system on a fresh, empty hard drive without any previous operating system or files. Upgrade over allows you to upgrade from a previous version of Windows to WinXP Pro without losing your files and settings. Side by side installation allows you to install WinXP Pro alongside another operating system, giving you the option to choose which one to boot into at startup.Rate this question:
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Which of the following stages will be skipped if you boot your system using the WinXP installation CD for installation?
- A.
File copy.
- B.
Text mode setup.
- C.
GUI mode setup.
- D.
Windows Welcome.
- E.
Reboot.
Correct Answer
A. File copy.Explanation
When booting the system using the WinXP installation CD for installation, the file copy stage will be skipped. This is because the installation CD already contains all the necessary files, so there is no need to copy them from another source. The other stages, such as text mode setup, GUI mode setup, Windows Welcome, and reboot, are still necessary for the installation process to complete successfully.Rate this question:
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When installing WinXP, at which stage will you create the partition you want to use for the Windows XP system files?
- A.
File copy.
- B.
Text mode setup.
- C.
Windows Welcome.
- D.
GUI mode setup.
- E.
Reboot.
Correct Answer
B. Text mode setup.Explanation
During the text mode setup of the Windows XP installation, you will have the opportunity to create the partition that you want to use for the Windows XP system files. This stage allows you to define the size and location of the partition before proceeding with the installation process.Rate this question:
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- 8.
When installing WinXP, at which stage will you activate the operating system?
- A.
File copy.
- B.
Text mode setup.
- C.
GUI mode setup.
- D.
Windows Welcome.
- E.
System Restart.
Correct Answer
D. Windows Welcome.Explanation
During the installation of Windows XP, the activation of the operating system occurs at the stage of "Windows Welcome." This is the final stage of the installation process, where users are prompted to enter the product key and activate their copy of Windows XP. Activation is necessary to verify the authenticity of the operating system and ensure that it is being used on a licensed computer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
As a system integrator, at which stage will you incorporate your custom registration process during WinXP installation?
- A.
File copy.
- B.
Text mode setup.
- C.
GUI mode setup.
- D.
Windows Welcome.
- E.
Reboot.
Correct Answer
D. Windows Welcome.Explanation
During the Windows Welcome stage of the WinXP installation, the system integrator will incorporate their custom registration process. This stage occurs after the file copy, text mode setup, and GUI mode setup stages, but before the reboot. The Windows Welcome stage is where users are prompted to enter their personal information and customize their settings, making it the appropriate stage for incorporating a custom registration process.Rate this question:
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- 10.
You want to install WinXP on a legacy PC. This PC is equipped with enough RAM and hard drive space. However, it does not have a floppy drive. How to you ensure that a bootable CD will work properly?
- A.
Disable BIOS virus scanning.
- B.
Enable BIOS rom cachable.
- C.
Set the boot order in the BIOS so that the CD drive is the first boot device.
- D.
Load smartdrv before booting.
- E.
Set the boot order in the BIOS so that the hard drive is the first boot device.
Correct Answer
C. Set the boot order in the BIOS so that the CD drive is the first boot device.Explanation
To ensure that a bootable CD will work properly on a legacy PC without a floppy drive, you need to set the boot order in the BIOS so that the CD drive is the first boot device. This will instruct the computer to check the CD drive for a bootable disc before attempting to boot from any other device. By prioritizing the CD drive, you can successfully install WinXP from the bootable CD, even without a floppy drive.Rate this question:
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You want to install WinXP on a legacy PC. This PC is equipped with enough RAM and hard drive space. However, the bootable CD is not working properly. How should you initiate the setup?
- A.
Start your computer from a DOS boot disk. Start Windows Setup using the setup.exe command on the CD.
- B.
Start your computer from a Windows ME emergency boot disk. Start Windows Setup using the Winnt32.exe command on the CD.
- C.
Start your computer from a Windows 95 emergency boot disk. Start Windows Setup using the oemsetup.exe command on the CD.
- D.
Start your computer from a Windows 98 emergency boot disk. Start Windows Setup using the Winnt.exe command on the CD.
Correct Answer
D. Start your computer from a Windows 98 emergency boot disk. Start Windows Setup using the Winnt.exe command on the CD. -
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You are installing WinXP on a legacy PC. This PC is equipped with enough RAM and hard drive space. However, the copying of the Setup files has taken hours. You are than forced to abort. What should you do to improve the setup performance?
- A.
Run the smartdrv utility that is available from Win98.
- B.
Run the himem utility that is available from Win95.
- C.
Run the dossys utility that is available from WinME.
- D.
Run the smartdrv utility that is available from WinNT.
- E.
Add more RAM to the system and retry.
Correct Answer
A. Run the smartdrv utility that is available from Win98.Explanation
Running the smartdrv utility that is available from Win98 can improve the setup performance. The smartdrv utility is a disk caching program that can speed up the file copying process by storing frequently accessed data in memory. By running this utility, the setup files can be read from the cache in memory instead of the slower hard drive, resulting in faster file copying and overall setup performance.Rate this question:
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You are installing WinXP on a new PC. What is the default location of the system files as installed by the WinXP installation utility?
- A.
\winxp.
- B.
\i386.
- C.
\winnt.
- D.
\xpfiles.
- E.
\Windows.
Correct Answer
E. \Windows.Explanation
The correct answer is \Windows. During the installation of Windows XP, the system files are by default installed in the \Windows directory. This directory contains important files and folders that are essential for the operating system to function properly.Rate this question:
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- 14.
You are installing WinXP on a legacy PC. Your system crashes with a STOP error after text-mode Setup is complete. What is the most likely cause?
- A.
Windows XP does not include a compatible driver for the CPU.
- B.
Windows XP does not include a compatible driver for the disk controller.
- C.
BIOS virus scan has been enabled.
- D.
System MBR is corrupted.
- E.
The installation files are corrupted.
Correct Answer
B. Windows XP does not include a compatible driver for the disk controller.Explanation
The most likely cause for the system crash after text-mode Setup is complete is that Windows XP does not include a compatible driver for the disk controller. This means that the operating system is unable to communicate properly with the disk controller, resulting in a crash.Rate this question:
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You are installing WinXP on a non-name branded PC. Your system crashes with a STOP error after text-mode Setup is complete. What should you do so that setup can continue without errors?
- A.
Download a driver that is compatible with Windows XP from Microsoft. Copy the driver files to a floppy disk, and restart your system. When text mode Setup begins, press F7 and supply the floppy disk containing the custom driver.
- B.
Download a driver that is compatible with the PC BIOS. Copy the driver files to a floppy disk, and flash your system. When text mode Setup begins, press F6 and supply the floppy disk containing the custom driver.
- C.
Download a driver that is compatible with Windows XP from the PC manufacturer. Copy the driver files to a floppy disk, and restart your system. When text mode Setup begins, press F6 and supply the floppy disk containing the custom driver.
- D.
Download a driver that is compatible with Windows XP from the PC manufacturer. Copy the driver files to the i386 folder of the installation source, and restart your system.
- E.
No Answer is Correct.
Correct Answer
C. Download a driver that is compatible with Windows XP from the PC manufacturer. Copy the driver files to a floppy disk, and restart your system. When text mode Setup begins, press F6 and supply the floppy disk containing the custom driver.Explanation
To continue the setup without errors, you should download a driver that is compatible with Windows XP from the PC manufacturer. After downloading the driver, copy the driver files to a floppy disk and restart your system. During text mode Setup, press F6 and provide the floppy disk containing the custom driver. This will ensure that the necessary driver is installed and the setup can proceed smoothly.Rate this question:
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Marc is planning to upgrade his existing Win2K system to WinXP. He is not too sure if his system can be upgraded smoothly. He inserts the installation CD into the drive and reboot. Installation is going fine, and when finished he discovers that none of the old settings are retained. What went wrong?
- A.
He did not specify a different installation directory.
- B.
He should have run the upgrade from Win2K.
- C.
He should have run the upgrade by booting with a DOS disk
- D.
He did not use the -upgradeonly switch.
Correct Answer
B. He should have run the upgrade from Win2K.Explanation
When upgrading from one operating system to another, it is recommended to run the upgrade from the existing operating system. In this case, Marc should have run the upgrade from his existing Win2K system instead of booting directly from the installation CD. By doing so, the installation process would have retained his old settings and configurations.Rate this question:
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Madonna is planning to replace her existing Win98 system with WinXP. At the text mode setup stage, what options are at her disposal? (choose all that apply).
- A.
Create a new partition.
- B.
Scan all the partitions for viruses before proceeding.
- C.
Remove a partition.
- D.
Clean up the MBR.
- E.
Choose an existing partition.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Create a new partition.
C. Remove a partition.
E. Choose an existing partition.Explanation
At the text mode setup stage, Madonna has the options to create a new partition, remove a partition, and choose an existing partition. She can create a new partition if she wants to allocate a separate space for the new operating system. She can remove a partition if she wants to delete an existing partition to make space for the new operating system. Lastly, she can choose an existing partition if she wants to install the new operating system on an already existing partition.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in system configuration and integration. Which of the following third party boot manager tools does Microsoft recommend for use with XP? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Fdisk.
- B.
BootMagic.
- C.
Lilo.
- D.
Fifo NG.
- E.
BootIt NG.
Correct Answer(s)
B. BootMagic.
E. BootIt NG.Explanation
Microsoft recommends BootMagic and BootIt NG as third-party boot manager tools for use with XP. These tools are specifically designed for system configuration and integration purposes, making them suitable for a senior system engineer specializing in these areas. Fdisk, Lilo, and Fifo NG are not recommended by Microsoft for use with XP.Rate this question:
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Maria is planning to upgrade his existing Win98 system to dual boot with WinXP. Currently her system has a 266MHZ processor, 256M RAM and a single partition 6GB drive. For this dual boot configuration to be possible, what should she do? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Use Partition Magic to make the current partition smaller. Create a separate new partition. Install to the existing partition.
- B.
Use Partition Magic to make the current partition smaller. Create a separate new partition. Install to this new partition.
- C.
Purchase an additional hard disk. Install into this hard disk.
- D.
Purchase an additional hard disk. Install into the existing hard disk. Move the swapfile to the new disk.
Correct Answer(s)
B. Use Partition Magic to make the current partition smaller. Create a separate new partition. Install to this new partition.
C. Purchase an additional hard disk. Install into this hard disk.Explanation
To upgrade her existing Win98 system to dual boot with WinXP, Maria should first use Partition Magic to make the current partition smaller. This will free up space for the new operating system. She should then create a separate new partition to install WinXP on. This will allow her to have both operating systems on her system. Additionally, she should purchase an additional hard disk and install it into her system. This will provide more storage space for both operating systems and any additional files.Rate this question:
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Helery upgrades her existing Win98 system to dual boot with WinXP. This computer has a C drive for all the system files and a D drive for user data. After the upgrade she found that some programs cannot be invoked from Win98. XP has been installed into c:\winxp. What is the likely cause of the failure of launching the programs from Win98?
- A.
Win98 was overwritten by the XP installation.
- B.
C drive has been converted to NTFS.
- C.
D drive has been converted to NTFS.
- D.
She should have installed XP onto D drive instead.
Correct Answer
D. She should have installed XP onto D drive instead.Explanation
The likely cause of the failure of launching the programs from Win98 is that XP was installed onto the C drive, which contains all the system files. As a result, the programs installed on the C drive became inaccessible from Win98. If XP had been installed onto the D drive instead, the programs would still be accessible from Win98.Rate this question:
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You are installing WinXP on your HP system. You want to install a special application as part of the Windows XP Setup. What switch should you use with the setup command?
- A.
Upgradeonly.
- B.
Cmd.
- C.
Exec.
- D.
Cmds.
- E.
Run.
Correct Answer
B. Cmd.Explanation
To install a special application as part of the Windows XP setup, you should use the switch "cmd" with the setup command. This switch allows you to run a command prompt during the setup process, which gives you the ability to execute additional commands or install applications.Rate this question:
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You are installing WinXP on your HP system. You want to add the Recovery Console to the Windows XP startup menu. What switch should you use with the setup command?
- A.
Cmdcons.
- B.
Cmd.
- C.
Reccon.
- D.
Recovercons.
- E.
Console.
Correct Answer
A. Cmdcons.Explanation
To add the Recovery Console to the Windows XP startup menu during the installation process, you should use the "cmdcons" switch with the setup command. This switch enables the installation of the Recovery Console, which provides a command-line interface for troubleshooting and repairing the operating system. By selecting this option, you can access the Recovery Console directly from the Windows XP startup menu, allowing you to perform various system recovery tasks if needed.Rate this question:
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You are installing WinXP on your HP system. You have the installation CD with you. However, you need to return the CDROM drive to Jenny 2 hours later. How should you proceed with installation?
- A.
Use the /makelocal switch.
- B.
Use the /localsource switch.
- C.
Use the /makelocalsource switch.
- D.
Use the /copylocalsource switch.
- E.
Use the /copysource switch.
Correct Answer
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in system configuration and integration. What can you achieve by using the /syspart switch with the WinXP installation utility? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Copy the setup files to a hard disk.
- B.
Mark the hard disk as active.
- C.
Continue Setup on a new computer by physically moving the hard disk.
- D.
Can be run on Windows NT/2000/XP machines.
- E.
No Answer is Correct.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Copy the setup files to a hard disk.
B. Mark the hard disk as active.
C. Continue Setup on a new computer by pHysically moving the hard disk.
D. Can be run on Windows NT/2000/XP machines.Explanation
By using the /syspart switch with the WinXP installation utility, you can achieve the following:
1. Copy the setup files to a hard disk: This allows you to store the setup files on a hard disk for installation purposes.
2. Mark the hard disk as active: This sets the selected hard disk as the active partition, which is necessary for booting the operating system.
3. Continue Setup on a new computer by physically moving the hard disk: This enables you to transfer the hard disk to a new computer and continue the installation process without starting from scratch.
4. Can be run on Windows NT/2000/XP machines: The WinXP installation utility with the /syspart switch can be used on machines running Windows NT, 2000, and XP operating systems.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in system configuration and integration. What switch must you use together with the /syspart switch of the WinXP setup utility?
- A.
/temp.
- B.
/localsource.
- C.
/cdf.
- D.
/udf.
- E.
/tempdrive.
Correct Answer
E. /tempdrive.Explanation
The /syspart switch of the WinXP setup utility is used to specify the location of the system partition. In order to configure and integrate the system properly, the /syspart switch must be used together with the /tempdrive switch. The /tempdrive switch is used to specify the temporary drive that is used during the installation process. This ensures that the necessary files and configurations are properly stored and accessed during the setup.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in system configuration and integration. As far as you know, how does Microsoft provide protection against software piracy in WinXP?
- A.
By including WPA in WinXP.
- B.
By requiring driver signing.
- C.
By deploying computer certificate.
- D.
By authenicode.
- E.
By using EAP-TLS.
Correct Answer
A. By including WPA in WinXP.Explanation
Microsoft provides protection against software piracy in WinXP by including WPA (Windows Product Activation) in the operating system. WPA is a form of digital rights management that requires users to activate their copy of Windows within a certain timeframe and with a valid product key. This helps to prevent unauthorized copying and distribution of the software, ensuring that only legitimate copies are used.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in WinXP system configuration and integration. Which of the following statements correctly describe the anti-piracy feature introduced in WinXP? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
You're allowed to reinstall Windows an unlimited number of times on different hardware, once registered.
- B.
You're allowed to reinstall Windows an unlimited number of times on the same hardware.
- C.
Activation is not registration.
- D.
Within 30 days of installing Windows XP, you must activate WinXP.
Correct Answer(s)
B. You're allowed to reinstall Windows an unlimited number of times on the same hardware.
C. Activation is not registration.
D. Within 30 days of installing Windows XP, you must activate WinXP.Explanation
The anti-piracy feature introduced in WinXP includes the following statements:
- You're allowed to reinstall Windows an unlimited number of times on the same hardware. This means that as long as you are using the same hardware, you can reinstall Windows XP without any restrictions.
- Activation is not registration. This means that activating WinXP is a separate process from registering it. Activation is required to verify the authenticity of the software and ensure that it is not pirated.
- Within 30 days of installing Windows XP, you must activate WinXP. This means that after installing WinXP, you have a 30-day grace period to activate the software. If you fail to do so within this timeframe, certain features of the operating system will be disabled.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in WinXP system configuration and integration. The upgrades of which of the following hardware for multiple times may require re-activation of your WinXP? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Disk controller.
- B.
NIC.
- C.
Video card.
- D.
Digital camera.
- E.
Mouse.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Disk controller.
B. NIC.
C. Video card.Explanation
Upgrades of the disk controller, NIC, and video card may require re-activation of WinXP because these hardware components are directly related to the system configuration and integration. Upgrading these components can cause changes to the system's hardware profile, which may trigger the activation process to ensure the software is properly licensed and activated for the updated hardware configuration. However, upgrades of the digital camera and mouse do not typically impact the system's hardware profile and therefore would not require re-activation.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in system configuration and integration. You found that your copy of WinXP is exempted from the WPA requirement. You suspect that you were sold a pirate copy. Which of the following is true?
- A.
This copy might have been illegally cracked.
- B.
This copy might have been reverse engineered.
- C.
This copy might be the 120 eval versions only.
- D.
You forgot to activate the system.
- E.
This copy might have been acquired via the VL program.
Correct Answer
E. This copy might have been acquired via the VL program.Explanation
The correct answer is that this copy might have been acquired via the VL program. The VL program, or Volume Licensing program, allows organizations to purchase multiple licenses for software products. This suggests that the copy of WinXP may have been legally obtained through this program, rather than being a pirate copy that was illegally cracked or reverse engineered. The other options, such as the copy being the 120 eval versions only or the system not being activated, do not provide a plausible explanation for why the copy is exempt from the WPA requirement.Rate this question:
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You are a senior system engineer. You are specialized in WinXP system configuration and integration. How do you prevent the need for activation if your XP is installed onto the exact same hardware system?
- A.
Restore a backup copy of Wpa.dbl.
- B.
Restore a backup copy of Wpa.dat.
- C.
By calling Microsoft and ask for a permanent key.
- D.
By restoring the system via a ghost image.
- E.
This cannot be done with XP.
Correct Answer
A. Restore a backup copy of Wpa.dbl.Explanation
Restoring a backup copy of Wpa.dbl would prevent the need for activation if XP is installed onto the exact same hardware system. Wpa.dbl is a file that contains the activation information for Windows XP. By restoring a backup copy of this file, the system would already have the necessary activation information and would not require activation again.Rate this question:
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You are the assistant technical director. You are specialized in WinXP system installation. If you are to set up WinXP by disk imaging, how do you remove the unique security identifier on your model computer system?
- A.
Run Ghost.
- B.
Run sysprep.
- C.
Run setup with /cmdcons.
- D.
Run PowerQuest's DriveImage.
- E.
Run setup with /cmd:nosid.
Correct Answer
B. Run sysprep.Explanation
Sysprep (System Preparation) is a tool used to prepare a Windows operating system for disk imaging or cloning. It removes the unique security identifier (SID) from the model computer system, allowing the cloned system to generate a new SID when it is deployed. This ensures that each system has a unique identifier, preventing any conflicts or issues that may arise from having duplicate SIDs on a network. Therefore, to remove the unique security identifier on the model computer system, the correct option is to run sysprep.Rate this question:
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You are the assistant technical director. You are specialized in WinXP system installation. For massive scale installation of WinXP, which of the technologies does Microsoft recommend? (Choose all that apply).
- A.
Ghost.
- B.
RIS.
- C.
Sysprep.
- D.
DriveImage.
- E.
SMS.
Correct Answer(s)
B. RIS.
E. SMS.Explanation
Microsoft recommends using RIS (Remote Installation Services) and SMS (Systems Management Server) for massive scale installation of WinXP. RIS allows for remote installation of the operating system over the network, making it efficient for large-scale deployments. SMS, on the other hand, is a comprehensive management solution that enables centralized deployment and management of software and updates across multiple systems. Both RIS and SMS provide the necessary tools and capabilities for streamlined and efficient installation of WinXP on a large scale.Rate this question:
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You are the assistant technical director. You are specialized in WinXP system installation. During your deployment of Windows XP Professional, you want to use the Microsoft Windows Corporate Deployment Tools. How do you proceed?
- A.
From Windows Explorer, open the \Support\Cabs folder on the Windows XP CD, and double-click Deploy.cab. Select all files in this compressed folder, and copy them to a folder on your hard disk.
- B.
From Windows Explorer, open the \Deploy\Tools folder on the Windows XP CD, and double-click Corp.cab. Select all files in this compressed folder, and copy them to a folder on your hard disk.
- C.
From Windows Explorer, open the \Support\Tools folder on the Windows XP CD, and double-click Deploy.cab. Select all files in this compressed folder, and copy them to a folder on your hard disk.
- D.
From Windows Explorer, open the \Support\Tools folder on the Windows XP CD, and double-click Tools.cab. Select all files in this compressed folder, and copy them to a folder on your hard disk.
Correct Answer
C. From Windows Explorer, open the \Support\Tools folder on the Windows XP CD, and double-click Deploy.cab. Select all files in this compressed folder, and copy them to a folder on your hard disk.Explanation
To proceed with the deployment of Windows XP Professional using the Microsoft Windows Corporate Deployment Tools, you need to open the \Support\Tools folder on the Windows XP CD from Windows Explorer. Then, double-click on Deploy.cab to open the compressed folder. After that, select all the files in this folder and copy them to a folder on your hard disk. This will ensure that you have access to all the necessary tools for the deployment process.Rate this question:
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You are the assistant technical director. You are specialized in WinXP system installation. As far as you know, which of the following specialized utilities included within the Deploy.cab collection on the Windows XP CD is used with the utility that converts a drive to NTFS format?
- A.
Oformat.com.
- B.
Factory.exe.
- C.
Setupcl.exe.
- D.
Cvtarea.exe.
- E.
Setupcd.exe.
Correct Answer
D. Cvtarea.exe.Explanation
Cvtarea.exe is the correct answer because it is a specialized utility included within the Deploy.cab collection on the Windows XP CD that is used with the utility that converts a drive to NTFS format.Rate this question:
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You are the assistant technical director. You are specialized in WinXP system installation. As far as you know, which of the following specialized utilities that are included within the Deploy.cab collection on the Windows XP CD is used with the utility that creates a FAT32 volume with clusters that are aligned optimally for conversion to NTFS format?
- A.
Oformat.com.
- B.
Cvtarea.exe.
- C.
Factory.exe.
- D.
Ref.chm.
- E.
Setupcl.exe.
Correct Answer
A. Oformat.com.Explanation
The specialized utility that is used with the utility that creates a FAT32 volume with clusters that are aligned optimally for conversion to NTFS format is Oformat.com.Rate this question:
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