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Windows 10 Pro vs
Windows 10 Pro includes advanced features like BitLocker and Group Policy management, while Home lacks these capabilities.
Boot Configuration Data (BCD) command
The command used to rebuild the BCD in Windows is "bootrec /rebuildbcd."
Purpose of /scannow switch
The /scannow switch in sfc (System File Checker) scans and repairs corrupted system files.
NTFS vs
NTFS supports larger file sizes and advanced permissions, while FAT32 has a 4GB file size limit and simpler permissions.
Convert basic disk to dynamic disk
Right-click the disk in Disk Management and select "Convert to Dynamic Disk."
Enable BitLocker without TPM
Use the command "manage-bde -on C:-RecoveryPassword" to enable BitLocker without a TPM.
Purpose of swap partition
A swap partition in Linux is used for virtual memory, allowing the system to use disk space as additional RAM.
Function of chmod command
The chmod command in Linux changes file permissions for users, groups, and others.
Enable FileVault on macOS
Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > FileVault and click "Turn On FileVault."
Time Machine vs
Time Machine offers continuous backups on macOS, while File History provides periodic backups on Windows.
Purpose of EFI system partition
The EFI system partition contains boot loaders and is essential for UEFI-based systems to boot.
Dual boot Linux and Windows
Install Linux alongside Windows, ensuring to select the UEFI boot option during installation.
Show network interfaces command
The command "ip a" or "ifconfig" is used to show network interfaces in Linux.
Soft link vs
A soft link (symbolic link) points to a file path, while a hard link points directly to the file's data on disk.
Purpose of sudo command
The sudo command in Linux allows a permitted user to execute commands with elevated privileges.
Reset forgotten password in Windows 10
Use a password reset disk or boot into recovery mode to reset the password.
Repair Master Boot Record (MBR) command
The command "bootrec /fixmbr" is used to repair the MBR in Windows.
Use of dd command
The dd command in Linux is used for low-level copying and converting of files, often for disk imaging.
macOS Recovery Mode
Recovery Mode allows users to troubleshoot and restore macOS using built-in utilities.
Uninstall package using apt
Use the command "sudo apt remove [package_name]" to uninstall a package in Linux.
ext4 vs
ext4 is a Linux file system with journaling and better performance for Linux, while NTFS is a Windows file system with advanced features.
/etc/fstab file use
The /etc/fstab file in Linux defines how disk partitions and devices are mounted at boot.
Access Safe Mode in Windows 10
Restart the computer and press F8 or hold Shift while clicking Restart to access Safe Mode.
System restore from command prompt
Use the command "rstrui.exe" in the command prompt to initiate a system restore.
Purpose of HomeGroup
A HomeGroup in Windows allows easy sharing of files and printers among connected devices on a home network.
Restore Windows using system image
Boot from recovery media and select "Restore your computer" to use a system image for restoration.
Benefits of robocopy
Robocopy offers more features than xcopy, including resume capability, multi-threading, and better error handling.
Set up RAID 1 array
Use Disk Management to create a mirrored volume with two identical disks in Windows 10.
Role of Task Scheduler
The Task Scheduler in Windows automates tasks and scripts to run at specified times or events.
Windows 10 vs
Windows 11 features a redesigned interface, improved performance, and new features like Snap Layouts.