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Windows Server Administration Quiz Challenge

Assess Your Skills in Windows Server Management

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
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Which Windows Server role provides centralized domain authentication and management?
Active Directory Domain Services
DNS Server
DHCP Server
File Server
Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) is the role responsible for centralized authentication and directory services. DNS Server, DHCP Server, and File Server perform different network and file management functions.
What is the default TCP/UDP port number used by DNS on Windows Server?
53
80
389
445
DNS uses port 53 for both UDP queries and TCP zone transfers by default. Port 80 is HTTP, 389 is LDAP, and 445 is SMB over TCP.
Which built-in tool is used to view event logs on Windows Server?
Event Viewer
Performance Monitor
Server Manager
Task Manager
Event Viewer is the Microsoft Management Console snap-in specifically designed for viewing system, security, and application event logs. Performance Monitor tracks performance counters, Server Manager manages roles and features, and Task Manager monitors processes.
Which PowerShell cmdlet lists all running processes on a Windows Server?
Get-Process
Get-Service
Get-ChildItem
Get-Job
Get-Process retrieves all running processes on a local or remote computer. Get-Service lists services, Get-ChildItem lists files/folders, and Get-Job lists background jobs.
Which server service assigns IP addresses automatically to network clients?
DHCP Server
DNS Server
WINS Server
NTP Server
The DHCP Server role automatically provides IP configuration information to network clients. DNS resolves hostnames, WINS handles legacy name resolution, and NTP synchronizes time.
Which PowerShell cmdlet installs the Active Directory Domain Services role on Windows Server?
Install-WindowsFeature -Name AD-Domain-Services
Add-WindowsFeature -Role AD DS
Enable-WindowsRole ActiveDirectory
Import-ADService
The Install-WindowsFeature cmdlet with the -Name AD-Domain-Services parameter installs the AD DS role. The other cmdlets are not valid for role installation.
To create a forward lookup zone that replicates across all DNS servers in the forest, which zone type should you choose?
Active Directory-Integrated zone
Stub zone
Secondary zone
Primary standard zone
An Active Directory-Integrated zone stores DNS data in AD and can replicate to DNS servers throughout the forest. Stub zones and secondary zones have different replication scopes, and a standard primary zone is file-based.
Which DNS record type is used to map an IPv4 address to a hostname?
A record
CNAME record
MX record
NS record
An A record maps a hostname to its IPv4 address. CNAME provides an alias, MX is for mail exchange servers, and NS identifies name servers.
What PowerShell cmdlet would you use to retrieve a list of services and their statuses on a Windows Server?
Get-Service
Get-Process
Show-ServiceStatus
Get-ServiceStatus
Get-Service retrieves the status of services on a local or remote computer. The other options are not valid PowerShell cmdlets for listing services.
In Active Directory Users and Computers, which tool is used to delegate control of an OU?
Delegation of Control Wizard
Group Policy Management Console
Active Directory Sites and Services
Active Directory Schema Snap-in
The Delegation of Control Wizard is the built-in tool for assigning specific permissions on an OU. The other tools serve different AD management functions.
Which console would you use to configure and view performance counters graphically?
Performance Monitor
Task Manager
Resource Monitor
Event Viewer
Performance Monitor (PerfMon) is the Microsoft Management Console snap-in for configuring and viewing performance counters. Task Manager and Resource Monitor provide limited, real-time metrics, and Event Viewer shows logs.
Which PowerShell cmdlet adds a new DNS server forwarder?
Set-DnsServerForwarder -IPAddress
Add-DnsServerPrimaryZone
New-DnsServerStubZone
Configure-DnsClientServerAddress
Set-DnsServerForwarder with the -IPAddress parameter configures DNS forwarders on a Windows Server. The other cmdlets create zones or modify client settings.
Which Group Policy path enforces password complexity requirements?
Computer Configuration > Policies > Windows Settings > Security Settings > Account Policies > Password Policy
User Configuration > Administrative Templates > System
Computer Configuration > Preferences > Control Panel Settings
User Configuration > Policies > Software Settings
Password complexity is enforced under Computer Configuration → Policies → Windows Settings → Security Settings → Account Policies → Password Policy. The other paths do not control password rules.
Which performance counter category and counter would you monitor to assess CPU utilization?
Processor > % Processor Time
Memory > Available MBytes
PhysicalDisk > Disk Reads/sec
Network Interface > Bytes Total/sec
The Processor > % Processor Time counter shows CPU usage. Available MBytes measures memory, Disk Reads/sec measures disk activity, and Bytes Total/sec measures network throughput.
What PowerShell command could you use to restart the 'Spooler' service?
Restart-Service -Name Spooler
Reset-Service Spooler
Stop-Service Spooler; Start-Service Spooler
Restart-Service -Spooler
Restart-Service -Name Spooler is the correct syntax to restart the Print Spooler service. Reset-Service and Restart-Service without the '-Name' parameter are invalid.
In DNS Manager, which replication scope option ensures that a zone is stored on all DNS servers in the forest?
All DNS servers in the forest
All domain controllers in the domain
All DNS servers in the domain
All domain controllers in the forest
Selecting 'All DNS servers in the forest' stores the zone data in the ForestDNSZones application partition, replicating to every DNS server. The other options limit replication to different scopes.
Which PowerShell cmdlet from the ActiveDirectory module retrieves replication metadata for a domain controller?
Get-ADReplicationPartnerMetadata
Get-ADReplicationSite
Test-ADReplicationHealth
Get-ADReplicationFailure
Get-ADReplicationPartnerMetadata returns detailed replication metadata for specified replication partners. The other cmdlets do not provide partner metadata.
In Performance Monitor, what feature allows you to collect data from multiple counters and log them over time?
Data Collector Set
Counter Logs
Performance Logs
Data View
A Data Collector Set can include multiple counters, event traces, and configuration data, logging them to a file. Counter Logs and Performance Logs are older terms, and Data View is for display only.
In Group Policy Preferences for drive mappings, which tab is used to enable item-level targeting?
Common
Targeting
General
Security
The Common tab contains the check box for 'Item-level targeting,' which enables further targeting settings. There is no separate Targeting tab until you enable it under Common.
Which parameter of Get-WinEvent allows efficient filtering by log name and event ID in PowerShell?
-FilterHashtable
-FilterXML
-FilterByType
-FilterScript
The -FilterHashtable parameter lets you specify a hashtable of filter properties (like LogName and ID) for efficient querying. -FilterXML is legacy, and the others do not exist.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Identify key services and roles in Windows Server environments.
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in configuring Active Directory and DNS.
  3. Analyse server performance metrics and logs.
  4. Apply Group Policy settings to manage user and system configurations.
  5. Evaluate security best practices for Windows Server deployments.
  6. Master basic PowerShell commands for server automation.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Core Windows Server Roles - Windows Server's heartbeat relies on services like Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), DNS Server, and DHCP Server to authenticate users, resolve names, and assign IP addresses. Grasping how these roles interplay ensures your network is rock solid. Explore Server Roles
  2. Active Directory Configuration - Active Directory is the network's command center, so mastering user accounts, organizational units (OUs), and group policies is a game-changer. Practice creating users, nesting OUs, and enforcing policies to keep things neat and secure. Dive into AD DS
  3. DNS Management - DNS transforms human-friendly names into IP addresses, so configuring zones, records, and forwarding rules keeps devices chatting smoothly. Understanding primary, secondary, and stub zones is like having a secret decoder ring for network communication. Master DNS
  4. Performance Monitoring - Keep an eagle eye on CPU load, memory usage, disk I/O, and network throughput to spot bottlenecks before they bite. Tools like Performance Monitor and Resource Monitor turn raw data into actionable insights. Tune Performance
  5. Log Analysis & Troubleshooting - When issues sneak in, Windows Event Viewer is your trusty detective, logging system, security, and application events. Learn to decode common error IDs and warnings to speed up your troubleshooting missions. Inspect Event Logs
  6. Group Policy Mastery - Group Policies let you push out security settings, software installs, and desktop configurations across the network in one fell swoop. Understanding policy inheritance and loopback processing helps you avoid surprises. Learn Group Policy
  7. Security Best Practices - Locking down your server means enforcing least-privilege access, staying on top of patches, and configuring firewalls like a pro. Following Microsoft's security baselines keeps you steps ahead of threats. Review Security Guidelines
  8. PowerShell Automation - PowerShell is your automation sidekick for user management, service control, and configuration tweaks. Writing scripts to handle repetitive tasks frees you up for bigger challenges. Start PowerShell Scripting
  9. Backup & Disaster Recovery - A solid backup strategy and tested recovery plan are insurance against data loss and catastrophes. Regularly test restores so you're never caught off guard when the unexpected happens. Plan Backup & Recovery
  10. Staying Updated - Windows Server evolves constantly, and keeping up with feature updates, patch notes, and new best practices is a secret weapon for admins. Follow official docs and join community forums to stay in the loop. Check What's New
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