Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012 Exam MCSA: Installing & Configuring Windows Server 2

Question 1

Which Windows Server 2012 feature allows you to deploy a read-only copy of Active Directory to a branch office?

Accepted Answer

RODC (Read-Only Domain Controller)

Answer

An RODC hosts a read-only replica of Active Directory, ideal for branch offices with limited physical security.

Question 2

What is the minimum number of domain controllers required to implement Active Directory in a Windows Server 2012 domain?

Accepted Answer

One

Answer

A single domain controller is sufficient to host Active Directory, though two are recommended for redundancy.

Question 3

Which tool in Windows Server 2012 is used to configure IP address settings, including assigning a static IP to a network adapter?

Accepted Answer

Network and Sharing Center

Answer

Network and Sharing Center provides access to adapter settings where you can configure static IP addresses.

Question 4

You need to install Windows Server 2012 on a computer that has no operating system. Which installation type should you choose?

Accepted Answer

Clean install

Answer

A clean install is performed on a system with no existing OS or when you want to start fresh.

Question 5

What Windows Server 2012 role provides centralized management of network policy and access including RADIUS authentication?

Accepted Answer

Network Policy and Access Services (NPAS)

Answer

NPAS includes Network Policy Server (NPS) which functions as a RADIUS server for centralized authentication.

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