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1.What is Active Directory?

Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft's directory and identity management service for Windows domain networks used for
user authentication and authorization
OR
 Active Directory (AD) is a Microsoft-developed directory service that helps manage users, devices, and network
resources in a Windows domain network.
 It's a key component of an enterprise's IT infrastructure and provides a centralized way to manage authentication and
authorization for users and machines.

2.What is DHCP?

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol that automatically assigns IP addresses and other
configuration information to devices on a network

3.What is DNS
DNS, or the Domain Name System, translates human readable domain names (for example, www.amazon.com) to
machine readable IP addresses (for example, 192.0.2.44).

OR
The Domain Name System (DNS) turns domain names into IP addresses, which browsers use to load internet pages. Every
device connected to the internet has its own IP address, which is used by other devices to locate the device.

4.What is the ipconfig Command?

The ipconfig command is a Windows console application that displays and configures a computer's network settings. It
shows IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, and DHCP status.It is often used to troubleshoot network issue, such
as incorrect IP addresses or connectivity problems
OR
The ipconfig command, short for Internet Protocol Configuration, is a command-line utility that provides detailed
information about your computer's network settings. By entering specific ipconfig commands, you can retrieve useful data
such as: your computer's IP address.
5.Who is a Desktop Support Engineer?

Desktop support engineers provide support for users of computers and software systems. They provide hands-on or
remote assistance in computer setups, upgrades, software operation, and maintenance.

6.Describe Domain

A network domain is a collection of interconnected devices, such as computers, printers, and servers, as well as network
objects, such as users, groups, and systems.

7.Describe VPN Server.

A VPN connection establishes a secure connection between you and the internet. Via the VPN, all your data traffic is
routed through an encrypted virtual tunnel.
8.Explain Safe Mode
Safe mode is a diagnostic mode that allows users to operate their computers with a limited set of files and drivers. It's
used to troubleshoot issues and isolate problematic areas.

9.Explain the Default Gateway


The default gateway is an important device for the data forwarding and routing of the data on the other network.

10.What is the Operating System?

An operating system (OS) is a software program that allows users to interact with their computer and manages the
computer's hardware and software

11Define Rights, Policies, and Permissions.


Rights: The permissions granted to users or groups that allow them to perform specific actions (e.g., creating or deleting
files).

Policies: Rules or guidelines that govern how permissions are applied and managed within an organization (e.g., password
policies).

Permissions: Specific authorizations given to users or groups that define what actions they can perform on resources (e.g.,
read, write, execute).

12. What is Group Policy?

Group Policy is a Microsoft Active Directory (AD) feature that allows IT administrators to manage user and computer
settings across a network

14.Define fixmbr Command.


The fixmbr command is a Recovery Console command that writes a new master boot record (MBR) to a specified hard disk
drive. It's used to fix MBR corruption issues or remove nonstandard code from the MBR.

15.Describe the Ping Command.

The ping command is a command-line utility that tests the connectivity of a device on a network

Or
A ping is a basic Internet command that allows a user to test and verify whether a given destination IP address exists
and can accept requests in computer network administration.

16.Explain the RAS Server.

A RAS (Remote Access Service) server allows remote users to connect to a network via dial-up or VPN. It authenticates
users and establishes secure connections, enabling access to internal resources.
17.Explain Scope and Superscope.

Scope: A DHCP scope is a range of IP addresses that a DHCP server can assign to clients within a specific subnet. It includes
configuration options such as lease duration and DNS servers.

 Superscope: A superscope is a collection of multiple DHCP scopes that allow a single DHCP server to manage multiple IP
address ranges, which can help support various subnets on a single server.

OR

A scope is a range of IP addresses that can be assigned to DHCP clients, while a superscope is a feature that groups
multiple scopes together for administrative purposes

18.What is the Child Domain?


A child domain is a subdivision of an existing parent domain within the same DNS namespace

Explain PST and OST files.

PST and OST files are two types of data files used by Outlook to store information locally on your computer:

 PST (Personal Storage Table): A file format used by Microsoft Outlook to store copies of messages, calendar events, and
other items. PST files are typically used to archive or move data between Outlook accounts.
 OST (Offline Storage Table): A file format allowing users to work offline with Outlook data. OST files sync with the server
when a connection is available, allowing users to access their email and other data without an active internet
connection.

What is an IAS Server?

Internet Authentication Service (IAS) is a component of Windows Server operating systems that provides centralized
user authentication, authorization and accounting.

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