Windows Administration Tools

25-question practice flashcards covering Windows Administration Tools concepts from the lecture notes.

What is the primary purpose of Windows Administration Tools?

A set of Microsoft utilities to manage and configure Windows operating systems, including monitoring, user management, network configuration, and security settings, via a graphical interface.

Name three benefits of centralized management with Windows Administration Tools.

A centralized interface to access tools from one place, saving time and effort, and ensuring consistency in management.

How do Windows Administration Tools support automation?

They offer scripting capabilities to automate repetitive tasks, increasing efficiency and consistency.

What activities are included under monitoring and troubleshooting in these tools?

Monitoring system performance, diagnosing issues, and troubleshooting problems.

List three security-related tasks you can perform with Windows Administration Tools.

Configure security settings, manage user permissions, and implement group policies.

What does resource management mean in the context of Windows Administration Tools?

Allocating resources, monitoring usage, and optimizing performance.

What capability do Windows Administration Tools provide for large-scale deployments?

Remote management that lets administrators manage multiple systems from a central location.

Which maintenance activities are supported by these tools?

Managing software updates and patches and other maintenance tasks.

Name GUI tools for Windows Administration Tools.

Active Directory Users and Computers; Group Policy Management Console; Computer Management; Windows Admin Center; Task Manager.

What is Windows Admin Center?

A centralized management tool for Windows Server environments (formerly Server Manager).

Name two command-line tools for Windows administration.

Command Prompt (cmd) and PowerShell.

What is WMIC used for?

Querying system information and managing system settings through WMI.

What does Netsh do?

Configure networking settings from the command line.

What is the purpose of SFC?

System File Checker: scans and repairs system files.

Name examples of Remote Administration Tools.

Remote Desktop Connection; RSAT; Windows Remote Management (WinRM); Remote Assistance.

What is PowerShell ISE?

Integrated Scripting Environment for interactive PowerShell scripting.

What does PowerShell Remoting enable?

Manage remote systems using PowerShell commands.

Explain PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC).

Define and maintain system configurations using PowerShell scripts.

What are PowerShell Modules?

Extend PowerShell functionality with additional cmdlets and scripts.

What does real-time monitoring provide?

Real-time tracking of system performance metrics, resource usage, and network activity.

What is the purpose of alerts and notifications in Windows Administration Tools?

To notify administrators of critical events for proactive management.

What is the Centralized Dashboard example mentioned?

Windows Admin Center provides a centralized dashboard for monitoring multiple systems.

How do GUI tools aid batch operations?

They allow performing batch operations on multiple systems simultaneously.

What is the role of User Access Control (UAC) in these tools?

Manage user access rights, permissions, and group policies to enforce security practices.

What is the purpose of Patch Management?

Deployment of security patches and updates to protect systems.