CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question E-8

In which situation(s) will Windows XP advise the technician installing a device that the driver is signed or not?

A. in all cases
B. for some non PnP (non plug and play) device drivers and all PnP (plug and play) device drivers
C. for all non PnP (non plug and play) device drivers and most PnP (plug and play) device drivers
D. not for any non PnP (non plug and play) device drivers, only for all PnP (plug and play) device drivers

Correct Answer: D

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-89

Jane, a user, has a computer running Windows XP Professional. She would like the computer to run Windows 7 Professional. She does not wish to save any information on the current system. Which of the following types of installations should the technician perform?

A. Repair
B. Multiboot
C. Clean
D. Upgrade

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-87

A technician is tasked with upgrading a network card on a Windows 7 Professional PC. The technician installs the network card, loads Windows XP drivers that came with the network card, and reboots the PC. Upon rebooting, the computer blue screens and the technician cannot get the computer to boot up properly. Which of the following should the technician perform to resolve this issue without any data loss? (Select TWO).

A. Remove network drivers
B. Install Windows XP Service Pack 3
C. Reinstall Windows 7 Professional
D. Install Windows 7 Service Pack 1
E. Boot up in safe mode

Correct Answer: AE

Explanation:
The best way to solve this issue is to remove network drivers and restart the computer. Boot up in safe mode and reinstall the drivers.

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-80

Which of the following statements is true about XP mode in Windows 7?

A. Windows XP mode was only available in Windows Vista and it is not available in Windows 7.
B. Only the Professional and the Ultimate versions support Windows XP mode.
C. All versions of Windows 7 support Windows XP mode when the feature is installed.
D. Only the Ultimate version of Windows 7 supports Windows XP mode.

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-73

After installing an updated video card driver in a Windows XP machine, a technician sees a bluescreen of death (BSOD). Which of the following would BEST help the technician repair the computer?

A. Update antivirus definitions
B. Run System Restore
C. Last Known Good Configuration
D. Factory pre-installation CD

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-51

Which of the following should be considered true when selecting a 64-bit version of Windows?

A. 64-bit extensions can be disabled in the bios and prevent a proper boot.
B. XP Compatibility mode only allows for the 64-bit version of Windows XP.
C. Many browser plug-ins may only be supported on 32-bit browsers.
D. 64-bit uses memory more efficiently so less RAM is needed than in a 32-bit version.

Correct Answer: C

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-21

In Windows XP, what is the default setting for driver signing functionality?

A. Ignore
B. Warn
C. Block
D. Allow

Correct Answer: B

CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question D-13

In which of the following operating systems does Windows XP mode come as a free download to be used for application compatibility?

A. Windows 7 Starter
B. Windows 7 Professional
C. Windows Vista Business
D. Windows 7 Home Premium