Desktop Application Desktop Application Installation & Configuration 2

Question 1

What is a 'portable application' in the context of desktop software?

Accepted Answer

An application that runs without installation and stores settings alongside its executable

Answer

Portable applications run directly from a folder or USB drive without modifying the system registry or requiring installation.

Question 2

Which Windows feature allows users to install applications without administrator privileges from a trusted store?

Accepted Answer

Microsoft Store / MSIX packages

Answer

MSIX packages distributed through the Microsoft Store can be installed by standard users without admin rights.

Question 3

What does UAC (User Account Control) do when a desktop application requires elevated privileges?

Accepted Answer

Displays a consent prompt asking for administrator confirmation

Answer

UAC presents a consent or credential prompt to prevent unauthorized programs from making system-wide changes.

Question 4

What is the function of a .ini configuration file in legacy desktop applications?

Accepted Answer

To store application settings in a simple key-value text format

Answer

INI files use sections and key=value pairs to store application configuration in a human-readable plain text format.

Question 5

Which technology allows desktop applications on Windows to be automatically updated without user intervention?

Accepted Answer

ClickOnce or built-in auto-updater

Answer

ClickOnce and custom auto-updaters check for new versions on launch and silently download and apply updates.

Desktop Application Practice Test