006 - Knowing Your Fats - Fat V. Fat16 V. Fat32 V. Ntfs

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1. FAT 32 isn't supported by DOS, Windows 3.x, or Windows NT.  Is this accurate or not accurate?

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This statement is accurate. FAT32 is not supported by DOS, Windows 3.x, or Windows NT. These operating systems primarily use the FAT16 file system, which has a maximum partition size of 2GB. FAT32 was introduced with Windows 95 OSR2 and offers larger partition sizes and improved file allocation. Therefore, it is not supported by the mentioned operating systems.

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Windows 98 and Windows Me offer two choices for file systems: FAT16 and FAT32.

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2. Windows Me needs more RAM.  Is this statement regarding the minimum and recommended system requirements for Windows 98 and Windows Me true or false?

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The statement is true because Windows Me, also known as Windows Millennium Edition, has higher system requirements compared to Windows 98. Windows Me requires more RAM to run smoothly and efficiently. Therefore, the statement accurately reflects the difference in system requirements between the two operating systems.

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3. Another FAT derivative that isn't really a file system , which is a software interface that acts as an intermediary between FAT and applications.

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VFAT stands for Virtual File Allocation Table and is a derivative of the FAT file system. It is not a file system itself but rather a software interface that acts as a bridge between the FAT file system and applications. VFAT provides additional features and enhancements to the FAT file system, such as long file names support, which were not present in the original FAT file system. This allows applications to interact with the FAT file system using more advanced features and capabilities.

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4. What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows?
What's the fifth step to installing the OS?

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The correct order for installing Windows is as follows: Hardware setup, Information collection, System check, Copying files, and finally, System restart. The fifth step to installing the OS is System restart.

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5. FAT16 is supported by DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 9x, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.  Is this accurate or not accurate?

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This statement is accurate. FAT16 (File Allocation Table 16-bit) is a file system supported by various operating systems including DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 9x, Windows Me, Windows NT, Windows 2000, and Windows XP.

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6. This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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Windows XP is the correct answer because it is an operating system that supports both FAT16 and FAT32 file systems. FAT16 is an older file system used in earlier versions of Windows, while FAT32 is a newer file system that allows for larger partition sizes and more efficient disk space utilization. Windows XP was one of the first versions of Windows to support both file systems, providing compatibility with a wide range of storage devices and file sizes.

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7. What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows?
What's the fourth step to installing the OS?

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The correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows is hardware setup, information collection, system check, copying files, and system restart. Therefore, the fourth step to installing the OS is copying files.

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8. This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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Windows Me, also known as Windows Millennium Edition, is an operating system developed by Microsoft. It was released in 2000 and was designed for home users. One of the features of Windows Me is that it supports both FAT16 and FAT32 file systems. FAT16 is an older file system used by earlier versions of Windows, while FAT32 is a newer file system that supports larger disk sizes and file sizes. Therefore, Windows Me is the correct answer as it is an OS that supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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9. This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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Windows 2000 is the correct answer because it is an operating system that supports both FAT16 and FAT32 file systems. FAT16 is an older file system used in Windows 3.x and DOS, while FAT32 is a newer file system used in Windows NT and Windows 2000. Therefore, Windows 2000 is the only option that supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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10. What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows?
What's the first step to installing the OS?

Information collection  System check  Hardware setup  Copying files System restart

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The correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows is as follows: information collection, system check, hardware setup, copying files, and system restart. In the information collection step, the necessary information and requirements for the installation are gathered. The system check ensures that the computer meets the minimum requirements for installing Windows. Hardware setup involves connecting and configuring the necessary hardware components. Copying files involves transferring the Windows installation files to the computer's hard drive. Finally, the system restart is necessary to complete the installation process and boot into the newly installed operating system.

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11. What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows?
What's the second step to installing the OS?

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The correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows is hardware setup, information collection, system check, copying files, and system restart. The second step to installing the OS is information collection.

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12. Both FAT16 and FAT32 allow long filenames in Windows 9x and Me. Is this accurate or not accurate?

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This answer is accurate because both FAT16 and FAT32 file systems support long filenames in Windows 9x and Me. Long filenames refer to filenames that exceed the traditional 8.3 format (eight characters for the filename and three characters for the extension). With the introduction of FAT32, Windows 9x and Me were able to handle longer filenames, providing more flexibility for users when naming their files.

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13. This OS like DOS only supports only FAT / FAT16.

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Windows 3.x is the correct answer because it is an operating system that is similar to DOS and only supports FAT/FAT16 file systems. Windows NT, Windows ME, and Windows XP are not correct answers because they support different file systems such as NTFS.

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14. This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.

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Windows 9.x is the correct answer because it is the only operating system listed that supports both FAT16 and FAT32 file systems. FAT16 and FAT32 are file systems used to organize and manage data on storage devices, and Windows 9.x is capable of working with both of them. Windows NT, DOS, and Windows 3.x do not support FAT32, making them incorrect options.

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15. What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows?
What's the third step to installing the OS?

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The correct order for the five major steps to installing Windows are: Information collection, System check, Hardware setup, Copying files, and System restart. The third step to installing the OS is Hardware setup.

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16. Is supported by Windows 9x (except 95a), Me, 2000, and XP. In fact, of the later Windows versions, only Windows NT doesn't support by this file system.

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FAT32 is supported by Windows 9x (except 95a), Me, 2000, and XP, as mentioned in the given information. It is a file system that allows for larger partition sizes and file sizes compared to FAT16. It is also compatible with a wide range of devices and operating systems. Windows NT is the only later Windows version that does not support FAT32, as stated in the information.

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17. Windows 98 doesn't require a CD-ROM drive. Is this statement regarding the minimum and recommended system requirements for Windows 98 and Windows Me true or false?

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The statement is false because Windows 98 does require a CD-ROM drive. The minimum system requirements for Windows 98 include a CD-ROM drive, while the recommended system requirements also include a CD-ROM drive for optimal functionality. Therefore, the statement that Windows 98 doesn't require a CD-ROM drive is incorrect.

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18. This OS supports only FAT16.

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19. Only FAT32 allows long filenames in Windows 9x and Me.  Is this accurate or not accurate?

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This answer is not accurate. While it is true that FAT32 allows long filenames in Windows 9x and Me, it is not the only file system that supports long filenames in these operating systems. The NTFS file system also supports long filenames in Windows 9x and Me. Therefore, the statement that only FAT32 allows long filenames in these operating systems is incorrect.

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20. Is supported by all Windows versions (including 3.x, 9x, NT, Me, 2000, and XP) and DOS.

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FAT16 is the correct answer because it is a file system that is supported by all Windows versions (including 3.x, 9x, NT, Me, 2000, and XP) and DOS. FAT16 stands for File Allocation Table 16-bit and it was the standard file system used by Windows until the introduction of FAT32 and NTFS. It is compatible with older versions of Windows and DOS, making it a widely supported file system.

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21. Windows Me will run on a system that has a 486DX processor.  Is this statement regarding the minimum and recommended system requirements for Windows 98 and Windows Me true or false?

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False. The statement is incorrect. Windows Me, also known as Windows Millennium Edition, requires a minimum of a Pentium 150 MHz processor. It cannot run on a system with a 486DX processor.

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22. This OS supports only FAT / FAT16

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DOS stands for Disk Operating System, which was one of the early operating systems used on personal computers. It was primarily designed to support the FAT (File Allocation Table) file system, specifically FAT16. This file system was commonly used during the time when DOS was popular, and it allowed for the organization and management of files on storage devices. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that DOS supports only FAT / FAT16 file systems.

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FAT 32 isn't supported by DOS, Windows 3.x, or Windows NT.  Is...
Windows Me needs more RAM.  Is this statement regarding the...
Another FAT derivative that isn't really a file system , which is a...
What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing...
FAT16 is supported by DOS, Windows 3.x, Windows 9x, Windows Me,...
This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.
What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing...
This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.
This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.
What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing...
What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing...
Both FAT16 and FAT32 allow long filenames in Windows 9x and Me. Is...
This OS like DOS only supports only FAT / FAT16.
This OS supports both FAT16 and FAT32.
What is the correct order for the five major steps to installing...
Is supported by Windows 9x (except 95a), Me, 2000, and XP. In fact, of...
Windows 98 doesn't require a CD-ROM drive. Is this statement regarding...
This OS supports only FAT16.
Only FAT32 allows long filenames in Windows 9x and Me.  Is this...
Is supported by all Windows versions (including 3.x, 9x, NT, Me, 2000,...
Windows Me will run on a system that has a 486DX processor.  Is...
This OS supports only FAT / FAT16
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