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1. A usb flash drive is a(n) ____ disk

Floppy

Hard drive

Internal

Removable

Answer

Correct Answer: Removable

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2. When you delete files from a(n) ____, they do not go to the recycle bin.

USB flash drive

Folder

Hard drive

List

Answer

Correct Answer: USB flash drive

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3. The documents folder is in the ____ folder

User

My Files

My Computer

None of these

Answer

Correct Answer: User

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4.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In the above figure, the Reader app can open only_ and documents.

pdf and xps

xps and doc

pdf and xls

doc and xls

Answer

Correct Answer:

pdf and xps

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5. If you intend to perform an in-place upgrade with an existing PC and are currently running Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate, then which of the following Windows 8 versions will you need to purchase?

Windows 8

Windows 8 Pro

Both a and b

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows 8 Pro

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6. Which of the following is the use of Search Charm in Windows 8?

You can search only the system files.

You can search online updates available for the apps.

You can view the list of all of the apps on your PC and search the desired app from the list.

None of these

Answer

Correct Answer: You can view the list of all of the apps on your PC and search the desired app from the list.

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7. What does the Snipping Tool do in Windows 8?

It is used to perform all kinds of quick calculations.

It is used to capture screenshots of any object on your screen.

It is used to create and edit the graphics files that you work with.

It is used to record sounds via your computer's built-in microphone.

Answer

Correct Answer: It is used to capture screenshots of any object on your screen.

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8. In Windows 8, which of the following tile commands is used when there is a need to access or modify files or system configurations?

Turn live tile off or on

Open new window

Open file location

Run as Administrator

Answer

Correct Answer: Run as Administrator

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9. Which of the following apps is not listed by default under the Start menu in Windows 8?

Calculator

Store

Messaging

Internet Explorer

Answer

Correct Answer: Calculator

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10.
State True/False:
For any app that's inactive for more than a short time, Windows 8 will save its state, capture a thumbnail and stop using memory and processing power for it.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer:

True

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11. Which of the following statements is true?

Windows 8 is a superset of Windows 8 Pro.

Windows 8 Pro is a superset of Windows 8.

Windows 8 Pro is a demo of Windows 8.

Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro totally have different architecture.

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows 8 Pro is a superset of Windows 8.

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12. Which of the following is NOT a valid option for organizing your files and folders in the Windows Explorer in Windows 8?

Small Icons

Extra Large Icons

List

Content

Thumbnails

Answer

Correct Answer: Thumbnails

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13. What is the use of Larger/Smaller command on app bar?

It adjusts tiles wide or square on the Start screen.

It adjusts the zoom level of apps.

It arranges the apps.

None of these.

Answer

Correct Answer: It adjusts tiles wide or square on the Start screen.

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14. While using Windows 8, what will happen if you click Windows key and Z together when you are on the start screen?

The app bar will be opened.

Windows explorer will be started.

Previously done task will be undone.

Nothing happens.

Answer

Correct Answer: The app bar will be opened.

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15.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, what is the use of the button encircled in the figure shown above?

Display options as text

Change to normal view

Change to zoom out view

None of these

Answer

Correct Answer:

Change to zoom out view

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16. Which of the following business features is present both in Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro?

Remote Desktop (client)

Domain Join

Remote Desktop (host)

Group Policy

Answer

Correct Answer: Remote Desktop (client)

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17.
To record a live TV program after setting up the Windows Media Center in Windows 8, which of these is the correct procedure?

Step1: Launch the Media Center by choosing Start>All apps>Windows Media Center. Press the green button (sporting the Windows four-color flag logo) on the Media Center remote control.

Step2: Use the arrow keys on the keyboard to select the time and channel of a program playing sometime later in the day that you want the Media Center to record in the onscreen TV guide.

Step3: Highlight TV on the Media Center main menu and then click the Guide option to display the online TV guide where you can select the program to record. Press the Guide button on the Media Center remote.

Step4: Press the Enter key to display a Program Info Screen and then click its Record button - note that the program now displays a red dot in the TV guide indicating that it will be recorded. Press the Record button on the Media Center remote.

2,4,3,1

4,2,3,1

1,3,2,4

1,2,3,4

Answer

Correct Answer:

1,3,2,4

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18.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
What is the function of the encircled icon in the figure above?

It displays total number of apps.

It marks all the apps.

It deletes all the apps.

It displays all the apps.

Answer

Correct Answer:

It displays all the apps.

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19. In Windows 8, which of the following PC's settings can be synchronized by the user?

Lock Screen

Themes

Taskbar

High-contrast settings

Answer

Correct Answer: Lock Screen

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20.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, which of the following options will be displayed if you right-click on the toolbar address as given in the image above?

Copy address

Copy address as text

Edit address

Delete history

All of the above

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer:

All of the above

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21. In Windows 8, which of the following is the correct method to find a particular app in Start menu?

Type the name of the app directly on Start menu.

Right click and then type the name of the app on apps bar.

Click on Run and type the name of the desired app.

None of these

Answer

Correct Answer: Type the name of the app directly on Start menu.

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22. In Windows 8, if you want an uninstalled app back in your app list then where will you first search for it?

Search Charm

SkyDrive

Control Panel

Store

Answer

Correct Answer: Store

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23. In Windows8, which of the following statements about Sticky Notes is/are correct?

You can resize a note by dragging an edge or corner of the note to make it larger or smaller.

You can format text, add bullets to make a list, or change the text size by using keyboard shortcuts.

You can change the color of the sticky note.

All of the above.

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above.

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24. Which of the following features of the Windows 8 prevents any UEFI - equipped motherboard from booting an operating system that is not signed with a security certificate?

Hyper - V

Windows To Go

Trusted Boot

SkyDrive Integration

Answer

Correct Answer: Trusted Boot

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25. If you click on the Start charm while you are on the Start screen, what will happen?

You will remain on the Start screen.

All the apps will be displayed.

You will be returned to the previous screen.

You will enter in the zoom in view of the Start screen.

Answer

Correct Answer: You will be returned to the previous screen.

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26. In case multiple windows are opened in Windows 8. If you click, hold, and shake the top of a certain window, then what will happen?

It will be minimized to the taskbar.

Its shortcut will be created upon the start screen.

All the other windows will be minimized to the taskbar.

All the other windows will get closed.

Answer

Correct Answer: All the other windows will be minimized to the taskbar.

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27. Which of the following is/are the function(s) of Windows Media Center in Windows 8?

It uses a computer like a DVR to record television content.

It is used to play downloaded movies.

It is used to view digital photos on your TV.

All of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above

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28. Which app in Windows 8 facilitates you to buy/ install/ try various apps from internet?

Account

Settings

Store

None of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: None of the above

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29.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The app shown in red box in the above figure is used for?

Listening/downloading music.

Watching videos on your hard drive.

Watching/renting/buying videos online.

Reading documents online.

Answer

Correct Answer:

Watching/renting/buying videos online.

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30.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The object encircled in the above figure represents the ________ .

name of the Windows version.

name of the Windows account.

name on user's email.

None of these.

Answer

Correct Answer:

name of the Windows account.

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31. If the Windows Media Center in Windows 8 shows: There is no item in this library yet (video, music, etc.). To add items in library, which of these will you choose?

Tasks>Media>Media libraries

Tasks> Media only

Tasks>add extender

Tasks> Settings > Media Libraries

Answer

Correct Answer: Tasks> Settings > Media Libraries

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32. Which of the following functions is/are performed by the Action Center in Windows 8?

It keeps a check to make sure Firewall is on.

It keeps a check to make sure Antivirus software is up to date.

It keeps a check to make sure your PC is set to install updates automatically.

All of the above

Answer

Correct Answer: All of the above

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33.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, how can you swap between the previous app, the active app, and the start menu using a keyboard?

By pressing Windows and Tab keys together.

By pressing Shift and Tab keys together.

By pressing Windows, Alt, and Tab keys together.

In Windows 8, it's not possible to swap between apps using keyboard.

Answer

Correct Answer:

By pressing Windows and Tab keys together.

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34.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
Can you rename the Group

Yes

Answer

Correct Answer:

Yes

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35.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, which of the following options will not pop out when you click on the Power button as shown above in the image?

Shutdown

Standby

Answer

Correct Answer:

Standby

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36.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The objects shown in the red box are in ______ view.

zoom in

default

zoom out

Normal

Answer

Correct Answer:

zoom out

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37. In Windows 8, from where can you switch off your PC?

Devices charm

Settings charm

Start menu

From the icon shown on the lower right-side corner of the window.

Answer

Correct Answer: Settings charm

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38. In Internet Properties under Windows 8, which out of these is the default Security level under Internet zone?

High

Medium

Medium-high

Answer

Correct Answer: Medium-high

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39. In Windows 8, how can you show recently opened programs or recent items you have opened in a program?

By using Dividers

By enabling Peek

By using Jump lists

By pinning icons

Answer

Correct Answer: By using Jump lists

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40. How can you go back to the last Windows 8 app you were using?

By swiping in from the left side of the screen.

By going to the upper-left corner using the mouse and dragging in.

Both (a) and (b).

None of these

Answer

Correct Answer: Both (a) and (b).

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41. While using Windows 8, which of the following keyboard shortcuts is used to open the Devices charm?

Windows key+C

Windows key+D

Windows key+I

Windows key+K

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows key+K

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42. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT with regard to Windows 8 workgroup networks?

All computers are peers; no computer has control over another computer.

Each computer has a set of user accounts. To log on to any computer in the workgroup, you must have an account on that computer.

The computers can be on different local networks.

A workgroup isn't protected by a password.

Answer

Correct Answer: The computers can be on different local networks.

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43. In Windows 8, if you configured a local user account during setup and now want to use a Microsoft account, then what will you do?

Reinstall the setup.

Make the change in PC's settings from the User's tab.

Reboot the PC and make the changes in the PC's settings.

None of the above.

Answer

Correct Answer: Make the change in PC's settings from the User's tab.

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44. In Windows 8, when you have On screen keyboard enabled; will the keyboard attached to the PC work?

Yes

Answer

Correct Answer: Yes

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45. How much minimum space is recommended for the partition on which Windows 8 is installed for both 32 and 64 bit versions respectively?

12 GB, 16 GB

16 GB, 20 GB

20 GB, 24GB

24 GB, 32 GB

Answer

Correct Answer: 16 GB, 20 GB

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46.
Can you launch the Start menu by clicking on the encircled text in the figure above?

Yes

Answer

Correct Answer:

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47. What is the default search category from the Windows 8 Style UI?

All of these

Settings

Files

Apps

Answer

Correct Answer: Apps

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48. What is the minimum resolution needed for the Windows 8 "Snap" feature?

1024x768

1280x720

1366x768

800x600

Answer

Correct Answer: 1366x768

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49. When using Windows 8 on a touch screen, which of the following acts as a right click?

Double clicking

Swipe up and down twice

One long tap

Tripple tapping

Answer

Correct Answer: One long tap

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50. The keyboard shortcut to search Windows 8 settings is

Tab + Alt + S

Windows Key + S

Tab + W

Windows Key + W

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + W

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51. What is the maximum length in characters allowed in Windows 8 Filename?

1024

1000

128

255

256

Answer

Correct Answer: 255

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52. How do you access all apps in Windows 8 by touch?

Swipe down from the top of the screen

Pinch the screen

Left click the start screen

Swipe up from the bottom of the screen

Answer

Correct Answer: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen

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53. In Windows 8, What is the tool used for benchmarking the computer performance?

Windows Update

Windows Performance Index (WPI)

Windows Experience Index (WEI)

Resource Monitor

Performance Enhacement Panel

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Experience Index (WEI)

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54. What Key combination triggers the Settings in the Charms Bar?

Windows Key + T

Windows Key + Z

Windows Key + I

Windows Key + X

Windows Key + S

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + I

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55. How do you access the settings bar?

Windows Key + I

Swipe the left side of the screen

Windows Key + S

Windows Key + C

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + I

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56. What is the Shortcut of the Hidden Menu on the Bottom Left Screen?

Windows Key + H

Windows Key + Alt + Shift + H

Windows Key + Tab

Windows Key + X

Nothing

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + X

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57. All of the following are Windows Store App options EXCEPT

Install

Turn Live Tile Off

Pin to Taskbar

Uninstall

Answer

Correct Answer: Pin to Taskbar

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58. Which editions of Windows 8 come with Media Center

Windows 8 and Windows RT

All editions of Windows 8 have Media Center

Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro

Windows 8 Pro and Windows 8 enterprise

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows 8 Pro and Windows 8 enterprise

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59. On which version of Windows 8 is Windows to Go available?

Windows 8 Standard

Windows RT

Windows 8 Pro

Windows 8 Enterprise

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows 8 Enterprise

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60. What how much additional RAM does it take to run Client Hyper V?

1GB

156MB

3GB

2GB

Answer

Correct Answer: 2GB

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61. How do you view options for a Windows App tile by touch?

Swipe up

Swipe down

Swipe right

Swipe left

Answer

Correct Answer: Swipe down

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62. What is the Right Click equivalent in the Touch Screen gestures when using Apps?

Swipe from Left

Swipe from Right

Swipe from Top or Swipe from Bottom

Use 5 finger touch

Hold Down and Drag

Answer

Correct Answer: Swipe from Top or Swipe from Bottom

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63. What is the touch equivalent of a right click in the Windows 8 home screen?

Swipe right

Swipe up

Swipe down

Swipe left

Answer

Correct Answer: Swipe down

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64. Which combination shows a menu that contain all the useful tools that comes in start menu in old versions of windows?

Alt + m

Windows key + x

Windows key + m

Windows key + t

Alt + x

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows key + x

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65. Whats the easiest way to view tile groups from the home screen with a touch-enabled device?

Pinch the screen

Swipe to the left

Swipe to the right

Swipe up

Answer

Correct Answer: Pinch the screen

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66. What is the minimum amount of RAM you need for Windows 8 32bit?

1GB

3GB

4GB

2GB

Answer

Correct Answer: 1GB

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67. Where are Windows 8 Apps stored by default?

C:\WindowsApps

C:\Users\***\WindowsApps

C:\Program Files\WindowsApps

C:\Program Files\Apps

Answer

Correct Answer: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps

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68. On a computer, how do you view all running Windows Store Apps?

Right Click the Start Screen

Windows Key + Tab

Windows Key + A

Swipe the right side of the screen

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + Tab

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69. How do you display all Metro/Modern Style running apps?

Alt + Tab

Windows Key + Shift

Shift + Tab

Windows Key + Tab

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + Tab

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70. What is the minimum resolution needed for Windows 8?

1280x720

800x600

1366x768

1024x768

Answer

Correct Answer: 1024x768

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71. How do you access the task manager?

Right click the taskbar

Right click the Start Screen

Windows Key + T

Ctrl + T

Answer

Correct Answer: Right click the taskbar

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72. Which of the following is false regarding Windows 8?

You can also install familiar programs from the previous versions of Windows

Windows 8 Includes Modern Internet Explorer 10

You can enable the Start Button from the Control Panel > Users > Account

You can only download Windows Modern Apps from the Windows Store

Answer

Correct Answer: You can enable the Start Button from the Control Panel > Users > Account

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73. True or False? You can remove Windows Store Apps from Add or Remove Programs

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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74. All of the following are Settings bar options EXCEPT

Brightness

Power Options

Keyboard

Add or Remove Programs

Answer

Correct Answer: Add or Remove Programs

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75. Which of these programs can run in both desktop and Windows 8 Style UI mode?

Microsoft Word

Windows Media Player

Windows Store

Internet Explorer

Answer

Correct Answer: Internet Explorer

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76. How much space is required on a hard drive to run Windows 8 64 Bit?

16GB

30GB

50GB

20GB

Answer

Correct Answer: 20GB

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77. How do you pin an app to the start screen?

Properties > Pin to Start

Previously opened apps stay on the start screen by default

Drag and Drop

Right Click + Pin

Answer

Correct Answer: Right Click + Pin

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78. Windows 8 64 bit requires

20 GB hard disk space

10 GB hard disk space

16 GB hard disk space

25 GB hard disk space

15 GB hard disk space

Answer

Correct Answer: 20 GB hard disk space

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79. How do you reset your windows environment?

Settings > Change PC Settings > General > Remove Everything and Reinstall Windows

Delete all contents of the C drive and restart your computer

Open the boot partition upon start up and reformat the hard drive

Control Panel > General > Remove Everything and Reinstall Windows

Answer

Correct Answer: Settings > Change PC Settings > General > Remove Everything and Reinstall Windows

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80. True or False? Windows Store apps can be uninstalled from the Windows 8 home screen.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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81. In what two ways can you interact with the Windows 8 user interface?

Mouse & voice commands

Mouse & touch

Mouse & gestures

Touch & gestures

Answer

Correct Answer: Mouse & touch

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82. What is an important difference between Windows 8 and Windows 8.1?

Windows Store vs No Windows Store

32 Bit vs 64 Bit

Start Button Vs No Start Button

Intel Compatible vs Amd Compatible

Answer

Correct Answer: Start Button Vs No Start Button

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83. Which cloud storage software does come built in with windows 8?

OneDrive

Google Drive

Cloud Storage

DropBox

Answer

Correct Answer: OneDrive

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84. Why does Windows 8 Index commonly searched locations on your PC?

To use the CPU more efficiently

To improve the user experience

To make searches faster

All of these

Answer

Correct Answer: All of these

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85. True or False? Windows 8 comes installed with a traditional Start menu

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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86. What kind of applications can 32-bit Windows 8 Run?

16-bit MSDOS Programs

All of these

Windows Store Apps

32-bit Windows Software

Answer

Correct Answer: All of these

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87. How can you exit an app?

Alt + F7

Alt + F4

Shift + F4

Windows Key + F4

Answer

Correct Answer: Alt + F4

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88. What kind of account do you need to use the Windows Store?

A Google Account

A Hotmail account

A Microsoft Account

A Windows Account

Answer

Correct Answer: A Microsoft Account

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89. What do you type in Run to quickly launch the Registry Editor?

registry editor

regeditor

regedit

registry

Answer

Correct Answer: regedit

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90. True or False? Windows 8 includes the Libraries Feature in Windows Explorer.

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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91. When using mouse and keyboard on Windows 8, what key on the keyboard you need to press when going to Start Screen?

Alt + Shift + S

Windows Key + S

Windows Key

None of these

Tab

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key

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92. What edition of Internet Explorer ship with Windows 8?

IE 6

IE 10

IE 7

IE 9

Answer

Correct Answer: IE 10

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93. True or False: In Windows 8.1, you can pin a Library (i.e. Documents) to the Start Menu.

True

False

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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94. Which keyboard shortcut opens Windows Explorer?

Windows Key + Z

Windows Key + C

Windows Key + X

Windows Key + E

Answer

Correct Answer: Windows Key + E

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95. What do you type in Run to quickly launch the Command Prompt?

cmd

command

commandprompt.exe

prompt

Answer

Correct Answer: cmd

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96. True or False? You can setup Windows with a Microsoft Account as a user

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: True

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97. The Charms bar has which of the following features?

Devices

Settings

Start

All of these

Answer

Correct Answer: All of these

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98. From where can you access Add or Remove Programs?

Windows Store App

PC Settings

Control Panel

Settings Bar

Answer

Correct Answer: Control Panel

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99. What can the task manager modify?

All of these

Services

Startup Programs

running processes

Answer

Correct Answer: All of these

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100. Which of these can be used to unlock your Windows 8 computer?

All of these

A picture

A traditional Password

A PIN

Answer

Correct Answer: All of these

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101. True or False? Windows 8 requires a physical keyboard

False

True

Answer

Correct Answer: False

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102. How do you take a screenshot in Windows 8?

Windows Key + C

PrntScn

Windows Key + P

Windows Key + S

Answer

Correct Answer: PrntScn

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103. How do you pin a program to the task bar?

Open up the task bar manager and check the programs you would like to add

Right Click + Pin to Task Bar

Left Click + Pin to Task Bar

Drag and drop the program on to the task bar

Answer

Correct Answer: Right Click + Pin to Task Bar

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104. How do you access Disk Management?

D:\\Program Files\Windows Apps\Computer Management

C:\\Program Files\Windows Apps\Computer Management

Start > Control Panel > System Security > Administrative Tools > Computer Management

Start > System Security > Administrative Tools > Computer Management

Answer

Correct Answer: Start > Control Panel > System Security > Administrative Tools > Computer Management

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105. Where do you go to add a network printer in Windows 8?

Control Panel > Printers & Fax Machines > New Connection > Enter IP address of printer

Hook printer up to the computer and allow Windows 8 to detect it

Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers > Advanced printer setup

Right Click on Task Bar > Properties > Printers & Fax Machines > Enter IP address of printer

Answer

Correct Answer: Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers > Advanced printer setup

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106. What kind of browser comes installed with Windows 8?

Safari

Firefox

Chrome

Internet Explorer

Answer

Correct Answer: Internet Explorer

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1. A usb flash drive is a(n) ____ disk

2. When you delete files from a(n) ____, they do not go to the recycle bin.

3. The documents folder is in the ____ folder

4. This question is based upon the figure shown belowIn the above figure, the Reader app can open only_______ and ______ documents.

5. If you intend to perform an in-place upgrade with an existing PC and are currently running Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate, then which of the following Windows 8 versions will you need to purchase?

6. Which of the following is the use of Search Charm in Windows 8?

7. What does the Snipping Tool do in Windows 8?

8. In Windows 8, which of the following tile commands is used when there is a need to access or modify files or system configurations?

9. Which of the following apps is not listed by default under the Start menu in Windows 8?

10. State True/False:For any app that's inactive for more than a short time, Windows 8 will save its state, capture a thumbnail and stop using memory and processing power for it.

11. Which of the following statements is true?

12. Which of the following is NOT a valid option for organizing your files and folders in the Windows Explorer in Windows 8?

13. What is the use of Larger/Smaller command on app bar?

14. While using Windows 8, what will happen if you click Windows key and Z together when you are on the start screen?

15. This question is based upon the figure shown belowIn Windows 8, what is the use of the button encircled in the figure shown above?

16. Which of the following business features is present both in Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro?

18. This question is based upon the figure shown belowWhat is the function of the encircled icon in the figure above?

19. In Windows 8, which of the following PC's settings can be synchronized by the user?

20. This question is based upon the figure shown belowIn Windows 8, which of the following options will be displayed if you right-click on the toolbar address as given in the image above?

21. In Windows 8, which of the following is the correct method to find a particular app in Start menu?

22. In Windows 8, if you want an uninstalled app back in your app list then where will you first search for it?

23. In Windows8, which of the following statements about Sticky Notes is/are correct?

24. Which of the following features of the Windows 8 prevents any UEFI - equipped motherboard from booting an operating system that is not signed with a security certificate?

25. If you click on the Start charm while you are on the Start screen, what will happen?

26. In case multiple windows are opened in Windows 8. If you click, hold, and shake the top of a certain window, then what will happen?

27. Which of the following is/are the function(s) of Windows Media Center in Windows 8?

28. Which app in Windows 8 facilitates you to buy/ install/ try various apps from internet?

29. This question is based upon the figure shown belowThe app shown in red box in the above figure is used for?

30. This question is based upon the figure shown belowThe object encircled in the above figure represents the ________ .

31. If the Windows Media Center in Windows 8 shows: There is no item in this library yet (video, music, etc.). To add items in library, which of these will you choose?

32. Which of the following functions is/are performed by the Action Center in Windows 8?

33. This question is based upon the figure shown belowIn Windows 8, how can you swap between the previous app, the active app, and the start menu using a keyboard?

34. This question is based upon the figure shown belowCan you rename the Group

35. This question is based upon the figure shown belowIn Windows 8, which of the following options will not pop out when you click on the Power button as shown above in the image?

36. This question is based upon the figure shown belowThe objects shown in the red box are in ______ view.

37. In Windows 8, from where can you switch off your PC?

38. In Internet Properties under Windows 8, which out of these is the default Security level under Internet zone?

39. In Windows 8, how can you show recently opened programs or recent items you have opened in a program?

40. How can you go back to the last Windows 8 app you were using?

41. While using Windows 8, which of the following keyboard shortcuts is used to open the Devices charm?

42. Which of the following statements is INCORRECT with regard to Windows 8 workgroup networks?

43. In Windows 8, if you configured a local user account during setup and now want to use a Microsoft account, then what will you do?

44. In Windows 8, when you have On screen keyboard enabled; will the keyboard attached to the PC work?

45. How much minimum space is recommended for the partition on which Windows 8 is installed for both 32 and 64 bit versions respectively?

46. Can you launch the Start menu by clicking on the encircled text in the figure above?

47. What is the default search category from the Windows 8 Style UI?

48. What is the minimum resolution needed for the Windows 8 "Snap" feature?

49. When using Windows 8 on a touch screen, which of the following acts as a right click?

50. The keyboard shortcut to search Windows 8 settings is

51. What is the maximum length in characters allowed in Windows 8 Filename?

52. How do you access all apps in Windows 8 by touch?

53. In Windows 8, What is the tool used for benchmarking the computer performance?

54. What Key combination triggers the Settings in the Charms Bar?

55. How do you access the settings bar?

56. What is the Shortcut of the Hidden Menu on the Bottom Left Screen?

57. All of the following are Windows Store App options EXCEPT

58. Which editions of Windows 8 come with Media Center

59. On which version of Windows 8 is Windows to Go available?

60. What how much additional RAM does it take to run Client Hyper V?

61. How do you view options for a Windows App tile by touch?

62. What is the Right Click equivalent in the Touch Screen gestures when using Apps?

63. What is the touch equivalent of a right click in the Windows 8 home screen?

64. Which combination shows a menu that contain all the useful tools that comes in start menu in old versions of windows?

65. Whats the easiest way to view tile groups from the home screen with a touch-enabled device?

66. What is the minimum amount of RAM you need for Windows 8 32bit?

67. Where are Windows 8 Apps stored by default?

68. On a computer, how do you view all running Windows Store Apps?

69. How do you display all Metro/Modern Style running apps?

70. What is the minimum resolution needed for Windows 8?

71. How do you access the task manager?

72. Which of the following is false regarding Windows 8?

73. True or False? You can remove Windows Store Apps from Add or Remove Programs

74. All of the following are Settings bar options EXCEPT

75. Which of these programs can run in both desktop and Windows 8 Style UI mode?

76. How much space is required on a hard drive to run Windows 8 64 Bit?

77. How do you pin an app to the start screen?

78. Windows 8 64 bit requires

79. How do you reset your windows environment?

80. True or False? Windows Store apps can be uninstalled from the Windows 8 home screen.

4.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In the above figure, the Reader app can open only_ and documents.

10.
State True/False:
For any app that's inactive for more than a short time, Windows 8 will save its state, capture a thumbnail and stop using memory and processing power for it.

15.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, what is the use of the button encircled in the figure shown above?

18.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
What is the function of the encircled icon in the figure above?

20.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, which of the following options will be displayed if you right-click on the toolbar address as given in the image above?

29.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The app shown in red box in the above figure is used for?

30.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The object encircled in the above figure represents the ________ .

33.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, how can you swap between the previous app, the active app, and the start menu using a keyboard?

34.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
Can you rename the Group

35.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
In Windows 8, which of the following options will not pop out when you click on the Power button as shown above in the image?

36.
This question is based upon the figure shown below
The objects shown in the red box are in ______ view.

46.
Can you launch the Start menu by clicking on the encircled text in the figure above?