Windows XP Pro Technology & Digital Applications 2

Question 1

In Windows XP, what is the default location where downloaded files are saved when using Internet Explorer?

Accepted Answer

My Documents

Answer

Internet Explorer in Windows XP defaults to saving downloaded files in the My Documents folder unless the user specifies otherwise.

Question 2

Which Windows XP tool allows you to view and manage currently running processes and their CPU/memory usage?

Accepted Answer

Task Manager

Answer

Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc) shows running processes, CPU usage, memory consumption, and allows you to end unresponsive tasks.

Question 3

What does the acronym 'USB' stand for in the context of Windows XP hardware?

Accepted Answer

Universal Serial Bus

Answer

USB stands for Universal Serial Bus, the standard interface used to connect peripherals like keyboards, mice, and drives to a computer.

Question 4

In Windows XP, which feature allows you to revert your system to a previous working state after a problematic change?

Accepted Answer

System Restore

Answer

System Restore lets users roll back system files, registry settings, and installed programs to a previously saved restore point.

Question 5

What type of file system does Windows XP Professional recommend for security features like file-level permissions?

Accepted Answer

NTFS

Answer

NTFS (New Technology File System) supports file and folder permissions, encryption, and compression — features unavailable on FAT32.

Windows XP Pro Practice Test