Installing Windows 10

What is the first step in installing Windows 10?

a. Partitioning the drive

b. Creating a bootable USB
c. Setting up the BIOS
d. Downloading drivers

Which tool is commonly used to create a bootable USB for Windows 10?

a. Disk Management
b. Windows Update
c. Media Creation Tool
d. Device Manager

What file system is typically used to format a USB for Windows 10 installation?

a. NTFS
b. FAT32
c. exFAT
d. EXT4

What key do you press to enter BIOS/UEFI settings?

a. F12
b. F2
c. Delete
d. Any of the above, depending on the manufacturer

Which partition should you select for installing Windows 10?

a. System partition
b. Recovery partition
c. Primary partition
d. Hidden partition

In which menu do you select the boot device priority?

a. Control Panel
b. Task Manager
c. BIOS/UEFI
d. Windows Setup
Which version of Windows 10 is designed for business environments?

a. Home
b. Education
c. Enterprise
d. Pro

What does 'UEFI' stand for?

a. Unified Extensible Firmware Interface

b. Universal Extensible File Interface
c. Unified Execution Firmware Interface
d. Universal Extensible Firmware Information

Which of the following is NOT a valid Windows 10 installation method?

a. Clean install
b. In-place upgrade
c. Network install
d. Cloud install

What is the default partition style for Windows 10?

a. MBR
b. GPT
c. FAT32
d. EXT3

Why is a bootable USB necessary for installing Windows 10?

a. It allows for formatting the hard drive.

b. It is the only way to transfer Windows 10 files.
c. It enables the computer to load the installation files outside of the current OS.
d. It creates the partition for the OS.

Why is it important to format the USB drive before creating a bootable device?

a. To delete all files

b. To ensure compatibility with BIOS
c. To assign a new drive letter
d. To prepare the drive for installation files

What happens during the partitioning process?

a. Files are transferred to the hard drive.
b. The drive is divided into sections for OS and other data.
c. The installation files are copied to the drive.
d. Windows updates are installed.

What is the role of the BIOS in the installation process?

a. To provide drivers for hardware

b. To manage partitioning
c. To detect and load the bootable device
d. To install Windows updates

What is the difference between a clean install and an in-place upgrade?

a. Clean install deletes everything, while in-place upgrade keeps files and settings.
b. Clean install is faster than an in-place upgrade.
c. Clean install requires more memory.
d. There is no difference.

Why do you need to partition the hard drive before installing Windows?

a. To assign a new drive letter

b. To organize space for the OS and other files
c. To transfer files
d. To update BIOS

What does the term "BIOS boot priority" refer to?

a. Setting the time zone for installation

b. Configuring the device from which the computer will start
c. Installing the operating system
d. Formatting the USB device

Why is GPT preferred over MBR for Windows 10 installations?

a. GPT is faster than MBR.

b. GPT supports larger drives and more partitions.
c. GPT is more compatible with older systems.
d. MBR is no longer supported in Windows 10.

What is the main purpose of installing Windows updates during installation?

a. To add extra features to Windows 10

b. To configure BIOS settings
c. To ensure that the OS is up-to-date and secure
d. To partition the drive

Why would you choose a "Custom" installation over "Upgrade"?

a. To preserve all existing files and apps

b. To perform a clean installation on a fresh partition
c. To update the existing version of Windows
d. To upgrade from a non-Windows OS

Which of the following is a task performed during the installation of Windows 10?

a. Updating antivirus software

b. Partitioning the drive
c. Defragmenting the drive
d. Installing drivers

If a user needs to install Windows 10 on multiple computers, which method should they use?

a. USB installation
b. Network installation
c. Cloud installation
d. In-place upgrade

After installing Windows 10, the system fails to boot from the hard drive. What should be
checked first?

a. BIOS settings
b. Partition size
c. Installation files
d. Network settings

A user accidentally deleted the recovery partition. What should they do to reinstall Windows 10?

a. Use the recovery partition

b. Create a bootable USB and reinstall
c. Download a driver from the internet
d. Use the System Restore feature

Which of the following could cause the Windows 10 installation to fail?

a. Outdated device drivers

b. Incorrect BIOS boot order
c. Low disk space
d. All of the above

During installation, you realize you have no internet connection. What should you do?

a. Restart the installation process

b. Check network drivers after installation is complete
c. Download new drivers before proceeding
d. Use the cloud installation method

What command would you use to format a new partition in the Command Prompt during
installation?

a. format fs=fat32
b. clean
c. list partition
d. assign letter=

A user wants to install Windows 10 but keep their existing files. Which installation option should
they select?

a. Clean install
b. Custom install
c. Upgrade
d. Format and install

If you cannot create a new partition during installation, what is the likely issue?

a. Incorrect BIOS settings

b. Hard drive is damaged or corrupt
c. USB is not bootable
d. Missing drivers

What would you use the "Custom Install" option for?

a. Installing Windows 10 while preserving old files

b. A clean installation on a new partition
c. Updating Windows
d. Repairing an old partition

If Windows 10 installation fails after selecting a drive partition, what is the most likely cause?

a. Incorrect bootable USB

b. Corrupt or damaged partition
c. Missing product key
d. Incorrect date and time settings

Why is it important to configure BIOS settings before installing Windows 10?

a. To improve system performance

b. To ensure the correct boot order and hardware recognition
c. To install necessary drivers
d. To update Windows

If Windows 10 fails to detect your hard drive, what could be the issue?

a. Damaged bootable USB

b. Hard drive is not properly connected or incompatible
c. Outdated network driver
d. Incorrect Windows product key

Why would a user prefer using UEFI instead of BIOS for Windows installation?

a. It is faster to access.
b. It offers better security and supports larger drives.
c. It is compatible with more operating systems.
d. It is easier to use.

Why does the installation process require partitioning?

a. To delete all previous data

b. To organize the hard drive and allocate space for the OS
c. To install necessary drivers
d. To speed up the installation

If Windows 10 is installed but is unable to boot, what is the first thing to check?

a. Whether the system partition is set to active

b. Whether Windows updates are installed
c. If the product key is valid
d. Network connection settings

What is the most common reason a Windows 10 installation might fail at the partitioning step?

a. Insufficient RAM
b. Corrupted or damaged hard drive
c. Outdated BIOS version
d. Unsupported file system

How would you determine whether a drive is GPT or MBR during installation?

a. Check in the Windows installation menu

b. Use the Command Prompt with diskpart
c. Look in BIOS settings
d. Check the partition size

Why might you choose to perform a clean installation of Windows 10?

a. To remove all existing files and settings

b. To upgrade the OS while preserving data
c. To save disk space
d. To improve network performance

Which feature of Windows 10 installation allows for faster boot times and larger partitions?

a. BIOS
b. UEFI
c. MBR
d. Disk Cleanup

A user chooses to upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7. What potential risks should they
consider?

a. Loss of files and incompatible drivers

b. Data corruption
c. Increased boot time
d. Reduced hardware functionality

When would it be more beneficial to use a clean installation instead of upgrading Windows?

a. When trying to preserve existing settings

b. When the current OS has performance issues
c. When saving disk space is the primary concern
d. When the computer has network problems

If a user installs Windows 10 using a custom install, what should they expect?

a. A complete preservation of all their files and settings

b. A clean installation on a new partition
c. An upgrade from a previous OS
d. Automatic driver installation

Why might you choose to manually partition your drive during Windows 10 installation?

a. To allow for future multi-boot configurations

b. To speed up the installation process
c. To increase system performance
d. To bypass BIOS settings

When setting up Windows 10, what are the consequences of not installing critical updates?

a. Reduced security and performance issues

b. Increased boot time
c. Limited partitioning options
d. Incompatibility with older hardware

What might be the result of installing Windows 10 without adjusting the boot priority in BIOS?

a. The computer might boot from the wrong drive.

b. Windows might not complete the installation.
c. System performance might decrease.
d. Installation will fail due to lack of drivers.

A user is considering switching from BIOS to UEFI. What benefits might they gain?

a. Increased hard drive compatibility and faster boot times

b. Improved graphics performance
c. More secure password management
d. Easier system restore options

What risks are involved with not partitioning a new hard drive before Windows installation?
a. The installation might fail or cause data corruption.
b. Files might be deleted accidentally.
c. The system might not be able to boot properly.
d. Drivers might not install correctly.

A company is deciding whether to use a clean installation or an upgrade for all their
workstations. What would be the most logical choice?

a. Upgrade, to maintain existing settings and applications

b. Clean installation, to remove any potential issues from previous setups
c. Use BIOS to avoid any potential partition issues
d. Reformat all the drives for better performance
What should you consider before starting a clean installation of Windows 10 on a workstation?

a. Whether the computer has enough memory

b. Backing up all important data and ensuring necessary drivers are available
c. Checking for internet connection
d. Updating the antivirus software