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A+ Core 2 Certification Cram Notes : Operating Systems

1.1 Identify basic features of Microsoft Windows editions.

Windows 10 Features and Differences

Here are the feature differences between different versions of Windows 10 based on the criteria you provided:

1. Domain access vs. workgroup: Windows 10 Home supports workgroups, which are ideal for small home networks, but does not support domain access. Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education, on the other hand, support domains, which are useful for larger networks and can provide centralized management and authentication.

2. Desktop styles/user interface: All versions of Windows 10 share the same modern interface with the Start Menu, live tiles, and the Action Center. However, Windows 10 Enterprise and Education offer additional customization options, such as the ability to disable the Start Menu and Action Center.

3. Availability of Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP): Windows 10 Home and Pro include the Remote Desktop client, but only Pro, Enterprise, and Education include the Remote Desktop server, which allows users to remotely access their Windows 10 PC from another device.

4. Random-access memory (RAM) support limitations: Windows 10 Home supports a maximum of 128 GB of RAM, while Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education support up to 2 TB of RAM. This can be a significant difference for power users who require large amounts of RAM.

5. BitLocker: BitLocker is a disk encryption tool that is included with Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education, but not with Home. This feature can help protect sensitive data by encrypting hard drives or USB drives.

6. gpedit.msc: gpedit.msc is a group policy editor that allows IT administrators to manage and configure Windows settings. It is only available in Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, and Education and is not included in Home.

In summary, the feature differences between different versions of Windows 10 include support for domains, desktop customization options, availability of RDP, RAM support limitations, the inclusion of BitLocker, and access to gpedit.msc. Depending on the user's needs, one version of Windows 10 may be more suitable than another.

Upgrade paths

Upgrade paths refer to the process of upgrading from one version of Windows to another. Here are the upgrade paths available for Windows 10:

1. In-place upgrade: An in-place upgrade is the easiest way to upgrade to Windows 10. This upgrade method allows you to keep all your files, settings, and installed programs when you upgrade from an older version of Windows to Windows 10. This means you don't have to reinstall your applications or transfer your files manually. This method is available for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 users who want to upgrade to Windows 10.

2. Clean install: A clean install requires you to wipe your hard drive and install a fresh copy of Windows 10. This method is recommended if you want to start with a fresh copy of Windows and don't mind reinstalling your applications and transferring your files manually. This method is also required if you want to upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version.

3. Upgrade using the Media Creation Tool: The Media Creation Tool allows you to download the Windows 10 installation files and create a bootable USB drive or DVD. This method is useful if you want to upgrade multiple computers, have limited bandwidth, or want to perform a clean install on a different computer.

4. Upgrade using Windows Update: Windows Update is the built-in update mechanism in Windows 10. If your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements, you can upgrade to Windows 10 using Windows Update. This method is only available for users who are already running a genuine copy of Windows 7, 8, or 8.1.

In summary, the available upgrade paths for Windows 10 include in-place upgrade, clean install, upgrade using the Media Creation Tool, and upgrade using Windows Update. The most suitable upgrade path will depend on the user's requirements and the current version of Windows they are running.

1.2 Microsoft command-line tools

Microsoft command-line tools are used to execute various tasks in the Windows operating system through the command-line interface. Here are some common commands used for navigation:

1. cd (change directory): This command is used to change the current directory. For example, "cd C:\Windows\System32" will change the current directory to the System32 folder.

2. dir (directory): This command is used to list the files and folders in the current directory.

3. md (make directory): This command is used to create a new directory. For example, "md C:\Test" will create a new folder called Test in the C drive.

4. rmdir (remove directory): This command is used to delete a directory. For example, "rmdir C:\Test" will delete the Test folder from the C drive.

5. Drive navigation inputs: C: or D: or x: These commands are used to navigate between different drives in the system. For example, "C:" will switch to the C drive, "D:" will switch to the D drive, and so on.

By using these commands, users can navigate between different directories and drives, create and delete folders, and list the contents of a directory.


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