Question 1

Which of the following is the primary function of the Windows Task Manager?

Accepted Answer

Task Manager is a Windows system utility that displays real-time information about running processes and system resource usage.

Question 2

In Windows OS, what is the default file system used in modern versions like Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Accepted Answer

NTFS (New Technology File System) is the standard file system for modern Windows operating systems due to its improved security and file size support.

Question 3

Which Windows feature allows a user to switch between multiple open applications using Alt+Tab?

Accepted Answer

The Application Switcher is activated by the Alt+Tab keyboard shortcut and allows quick navigation between running programs in Windows.

Question 4

What is the purpose of the Windows Registry in an operating system?

Accepted Answer

The Windows Registry is a hierarchical database that stores configuration settings for the operating system, hardware, and installed applications.

Question 5

In Windows OS, which keyboard shortcut is used to open the Run dialog box?

Accepted Answer

Windows Key+R opens the Run dialog box, which allows users to execute commands and launch programs directly in Windows.

Question 6

Which Windows utility is used to check and repair disk errors and bad sectors on a hard drive?

Accepted Answer

CHKDSK (Check Disk) is a Windows diagnostic tool that scans the file system for logical and physical errors and attempts to repair them.

Question 7

Which of the following is the default file manager in Windows OS used to navigate folders and files?

Accepted Answer

File Explorer is the standard GUI-based file manager in Windows for browsing and managing files and folders.

Question 8

In Windows OS, what is the keyboard shortcut to open the Task Manager?

Accepted Answer

Ctrl + Shift + Esc directly opens Task Manager in Windows, allowing users to monitor and terminate running processes.

Question 9

Which Windows OS feature allows users to create a backup of important system files and restore the system to a previous state?

Accepted Answer

System Restore in Windows allows users to revert their system to a previous checkpoint without affecting personal files.

Question 10

What is the minimum RAM requirement for Windows 10 64-bit version to run efficiently?

Accepted Answer

Windows 10 64-bit requires a minimum of 2 GB RAM as per official Microsoft specifications.

Question 11

In Windows OS, which Control Panel utility is used to manage installed programs and remove unwanted applications?

Accepted Answer

Programs and Features in Control Panel allows users to view, install, and uninstall applications in Windows.

Question 12

Which Windows OS feature runs antivirus scans and provides real-time protection against malware?

Accepted Answer

Windows Defender is the built-in antivirus program in Windows that detects and removes malicious software.

Question 13

What does the Windows Registry contain in the operating system?

Accepted Answer

The Windows Registry is a hierarchical database that stores configuration settings for the OS, installed applications, and hardware devices.

Question 14

In Windows OS, which of the following keyboard shortcuts is used to open the Task Manager directly?

Accepted Answer

Ctrl + Shift + Esc is the direct keyboard shortcut to open Task Manager in Windows OS without accessing the security screen.

Question 15

Which Windows OS feature allows users to create a system restore point to revert the system to a previous stable state?

Accepted Answer

System Restore is the Windows OS feature that captures system snapshots and allows users to roll back to a previous configuration when system issues occur.

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