Exchange Server Role: Trivia Questions!
The exchange server role in a computer is to ensure that emails can be sent and received in good time. Throughout the study, we have learned how this application works as a whole. The quiz below is designed to see just how much you understood. Do give it a try and keep an eye out for others like it.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
A user created in Active Directory Users and Computers has a mailbox attached to it by default.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
False. A user created in Active Directory Users and Computers does not have a mailbox attached to it by default. In order to have a mailbox, the user needs to be assigned an Exchange mailbox. Active Directory Users and Computers is primarily used for managing user accounts and their associated permissions and security settings within the Windows operating system, while Exchange is responsible for managing email and other collaboration services.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A user created in exchange admin center will exist in active directory.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
When a user is created in the Exchange Admin Center, it is automatically synchronized with Active Directory. Active Directory is a directory service used by Microsoft Windows domain networks to store and manage information about network resources. Therefore, the user created in the Exchange Admin Center will indeed exist in Active Directory.Rate this question:
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- 3.
It is impossible to choose which OU a user is placed in Active directory if they are created in the exchange admin center.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because it is possible to choose which Organizational Unit (OU) a user is placed in Active Directory even if they are created in the Exchange Admin Center. The Exchange Admin Center allows administrators to create and manage user mailboxes, but the placement of users in specific OUs is done through Active Directory management tools, such as Active Directory Users and Computers.Rate this question:
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- 4.
You can only have one exchange server per domain.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because it is possible to have multiple Exchange servers within a single domain. In fact, having multiple Exchange servers can provide redundancy and improve performance by distributing the workload across multiple servers. Each server can handle different roles such as mailbox server, client access server, or edge transport server. Therefore, it is not limited to having only one Exchange server per domain.Rate this question:
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- 5.
If a user is created in exchange admin console, the OU the account is created in is permament and cannot be changed.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because in the Exchange Admin Console, the OU (Organizational Unit) where a user account is created can be changed. The Exchange Admin Console allows administrators to move user accounts between different OUs within the Active Directory structure. This flexibility allows for better organization and management of user accounts based on the needs and structure of the organization.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What DNS record type is required for exchange to work properly?
- A.
MX
- B.
NS
- C.
SVR
- D.
DNS
Correct Answer
A. MXExplanation
The correct answer is MX. The MX (Mail Exchanger) record type is required for exchange to work properly. This record specifies the mail server that should receive emails for a particular domain. When someone sends an email to a domain, the MX record helps in directing the email to the correct mail server. Without a valid MX record, the email delivery may fail or get delayed.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What two DNS record types will correspond to an exchange server on a fully configured domain?
- A.
CNAME record, MX record
- B.
MX record, SVR record
- C.
MX record, A record
- D.
DNS record, NS record
Correct Answer
C. MX record, A recordExplanation
The two DNS record types that will correspond to an exchange server on a fully configured domain are MX record and A record. MX record is used to specify the mail server responsible for accepting email messages on behalf of a domain, while A record is used to map a domain name to the IP address of the server hosting the exchange service.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which Exchange server role allows clients to connect to it and be authenticated to access their exchange mailbox?
- A.
Exchange server role
- B.
Client access server role
- C.
Mailbox server role
- D.
Server 2012 r2
Correct Answer
B. Client access server roleExplanation
The correct answer is client access server role. The client access server role in Exchange allows clients to connect to it and be authenticated to access their exchange mailbox. This role acts as the front-end server for client connections and handles client protocols such as Outlook Web App, Exchange ActiveSync, and Outlook Anywhere. It provides the necessary authentication and access control mechanisms to ensure secure access to the mailbox.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which exchange server role hosts the databases that contain mailbox and public folder data?
- A.
Exchange server role
- B.
Client server role
- C.
Mailbox server role
- D.
2012 r2
Correct Answer
C. Mailbox server roleExplanation
The mailbox server role hosts the databases that contain mailbox and public folder data. This role is responsible for storing and managing user mailboxes, as well as public folders, which are used for sharing information within an organization. The mailbox server role handles tasks such as message storage, message routing, and client access to mailboxes. By hosting these databases, the mailbox server role ensures that users can access their email and other mailbox data efficiently and securely.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What allows a user to access exchange services through a web browser?
- A.
ECP
- B.
EAC
- C.
OWL
- D.
OWA
Correct Answer
D. OWAExplanation
OWA stands for Outlook Web Access, which is a web-based interface that allows users to access their Exchange services, such as email, calendar, and contacts, through a web browser. With OWA, users can conveniently access their Exchange services from any device with an internet connection, without the need for installing any additional software or client applications. OWA provides a user-friendly and familiar interface similar to the desktop version of Outlook, making it easy for users to navigate and manage their emails and other Exchange services.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What allows an administrator to make changes to exchange server settings??
- A.
OWL
- B.
OWA
- C.
EAC
- D.
BCP
Correct Answer
C. EACExplanation
The Exchange Administration Center (EAC) allows an administrator to make changes to Exchange Server settings. It is a web-based management console that provides a user-friendly interface for managing and configuring various aspects of the Exchange Server, such as mailboxes, distribution groups, connectors, and security settings. With EAC, administrators can easily modify settings, monitor server health, and perform administrative tasks efficiently.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What command allows you to verify if DNS is working properly on a user's computer?
- A.
Ipconfig
- B.
Nslookup
- C.
Ipconfig all
- D.
Tracert
Correct Answer
B. NslookupExplanation
The nslookup command allows you to verify if DNS is working properly on a user's computer. This command is used to query the DNS server and retrieve information about a specific domain or IP address. By using nslookup, you can check if the DNS resolution is working correctly and if the computer is able to communicate with the DNS server to resolve domain names.Rate this question:
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- 13.
This allows for a user to email multiple users but only having to select one name in the "to," block:
- A.
Security group
- B.
Mailing list group
- C.
Admin group
- D.
Distribution group
Correct Answer
D. Distribution groupExplanation
A distribution group allows a user to email multiple users by selecting only one name in the "to" block. This means that instead of manually entering each individual email address, the user can simply select the distribution group and the email will be sent to all members of that group. This is a convenient way to send messages to a large number of recipients without having to add each one individually.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Refer to the exhibit, and choose the best answer:Provides access to attach an exchange mailbox to an existing user.
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
Option A provides access to attach an exchange mailbox to an existing user. This means that selecting option A would allow the user to connect an exchange mailbox to an already existing user account. This could be useful in scenarios where a user needs to access their email through an exchange server and their user account needs to be linked to the mailbox for seamless communication and email management.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Refer to the exhibit, and choose the best answer:Provides access to configure send connectors
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
C. CExplanation
Option C provides access to configure send connectors.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Refer to the exhibit, and choose the best answer:Provides access to attach an exchange mailbox to a distribution group
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
Option A provides access to attach an exchange mailbox to a distribution group. This means that by choosing option A, users will be able to connect or link an exchange mailbox to a distribution group, allowing them to receive emails and other communications sent to that group. This functionality is important for collaboration and efficient communication within an organization.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Refer to the exhibit, and choose the best answer:Provides access to create a new user
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
The correct answer is a because it is stated in the exhibit that it provides access to create a new user.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Refer to the exhibit, and choose the best answer:Provides access to configure receive connectors
- A.
A
- B.
B
- C.
C
- D.
D
Correct Answer
C. CExplanation
The correct answer is C because in the exhibit, option C is the only one that is related to configuring receive connectors. Options A, B, and D do not have any relevance to receive connectors.Rate this question:
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