Key Objectives
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1.1 Windows Editions
Identify features and requirements for Windows 10/11 editions (Home, Pro, Enterprise, Education)
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1.2 Windows Settings
Configure Windows Settings app and Control Panel utilities
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1.3 Admin Tools
Use Computer Management, MMC, Event Viewer, Task Scheduler, and other admin consoles
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1.4 System Utilities
Utilize Task Manager, msconfig, Registry Editor, and system diagnostics
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1.5 macOS & Linux
Navigate macOS Finder, System Preferences, and Linux terminal commands
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1.6 Users & Groups
Manage accounts, permissions, UAC, and file sharing configurations
Chapters in This Domain
Exam Tips for Domain 1
This is the largest domain on the exam. Focus on knowing the differences between Windows editions, where to find specific settings (Settings app vs Control Panel), and command-line utilities. Be comfortable with both GUI tools and their command-line equivalents (e.g., msconfig, regedit, services.msc).
