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Windows 10 Pro

A version of Windows 10 that includes advanced features for business and professional use.

Boot Configuration Data (BCD)

A database that contains boot-time configuration parameters for Windows.

/scannow switch

A command used with sfc to scan and repair corrupted system files.

NTFS vs FAT32

NTFS supports advanced permissions and larger file sizes compared to FAT32.

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 Group Policy Editor to allow BitLocker without a TPM chip.

Swap partition

A space on a Linux system used for virtual memory management.

chmod command

A command in Linux used to change file permissions.

Enable FileVault

Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > FileVault to enable encryption.

Time Machine vs File History

Time Machine is a macOS backup solution, while File History is a Windows backup feature.

EFI system partition

A partition that contains the boot loader and is essential for booting UEFI-based systems.

Dual boot Linux and Windows

Install Linux alongside Windows, ensuring to configure the bootloader correctly.

Show network interfaces

Use the `ifconfig` or `ip a` command in Linux.

Soft link vs hard link

A soft link is a pointer to a file, while a hard link is an additional directory entry for the same file.

sudo command

A command in Linux that allows a permitted user to execute a command as the superuser or another user.

Reset forgotten password

Use a password reset disk or boot into recovery mode to reset the password.

Repair Master Boot Record (MBR)

Use the command `bootrec /fixmbr` in Windows.

dd command

A command in Linux used for low-level copying and conversion of files.

macOS Recovery Mode

A special mode for troubleshooting and repairing macOS installations.

Uninstall package using apt

Use the command `sudo apt remove package_name`.

ext4 vs NTFS

ext4 is a Linux file system with journaling, while NTFS is a Windows file system with advanced features.

/etc/fstab file

A configuration file in Linux that defines how disk partitions and devices are mounted.

Access Safe Mode

Hold the Shift key while clicking Restart, then select Troubleshoot > Advanced options > Startup Settings.

System restore from command prompt

Use the command `rstrui.exe` in the command prompt.

HomeGroup

A feature in Windows that allows sharing of files and printers on a local network.

Restore using system image

Boot from recovery media and select the option to restore from a system image.

robocopy benefits

More robust and flexible than xcopy, with options for mirroring and resuming interrupted transfers.

Set up RAID 1 array

Use Disk Management to create a mirrored volume with two disks.

Task Scheduler role

Automates the execution of tasks at specified times or events in Windows.

Windows 10 vs Windows 11

Windows 11 features a redesigned interface, improved performance, and new system requirements.