CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202)Operating SystemsEasy
A new administrative assistant needs to manage user accounts, installed programs, and network settings on a Windows 10 workstation. Which Windows feature provides a centralized location for configuring these system settings?
- AControl Panel
- BTask Manager
- CFile Explorer
- DDevice Manager
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Control Panel
The Control Panel in Windows provides a centralized interface for viewing and changing system settings, including user accounts, installed programs, and network configurations.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Task Manager is used for monitoring system performance and managing running processes and applications.
- C. File Explorer is used for navigating and managing files and folders.
- D. Device Manager is a component of the Control Panel primarily used for managing hardware devices.
Control Panel
A component of Microsoft Windows that provides the ability to view and change system settings and controls, such as adding or removing hardware and software, controlling user accounts, and changing accessibility options.
- Centralized hub for system configuration.
- Accesses various applets for specific settings.
- Being gradually replaced by the 'Settings' app in newer Windows versions.
Memory trick: Control Panel: The 'Control Center' for your PC.