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Microsoft Windows is an operating environment introduced in response to the graphical user interface (GUIs) interest growth. On personal computers, windows is still the most famous operating system which many users uses its latest version named Windows 10 made for smartphones, tablets and other embedded devices as well as version for server computers was made.

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1.

What is the latest version of Windows server?
- A.
  
  Windows server 2015
- B.
  
  Windows server 2016
- C.
  
  Windows server 2017
- D.
  
  Windows server 2018
Correct Answer
B. Windows server 2016

Explanation
The latest version of Windows server is Windows server 2016.

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2.

Which of these is the first version of Windows Mobile?
- A.
  
  Windows Mobile 2000
- B.
  
  Windows Mobile 2003
- C.
  
  Pocket PC 2000
- D.
  
  PC World
Correct Answer
C. Pocket PC 2000

Explanation
Pocket PC 2000 is the first version of Windows Mobile. Windows Mobile 2000 and Windows Mobile 2003 are incorrect options as they were released after Pocket PC 2000. PC World is not a version of Windows Mobile, but rather a technology magazine.

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3.

What year was Windows XP released?
- A.
  
  2002
- B.
  
  1999
- C.
  
  2001
- D.
  
  2000
Correct Answer
C. 2001

Explanation
Windows XP was released in 2001. This operating system was a major release by Microsoft and became one of the most popular versions of Windows. It introduced a more user-friendly interface and improved stability compared to its predecessor, Windows 2000. Windows XP was widely adopted by both home users and businesses and remained in use for many years until its support ended in 2014.

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4.

Which of these shell is known as the MS-DOS Executive?
- A.
  
  Windows 1.0
- B.
  
  Windows 2.0
- C.
  
  Windows 2.1
- D.
  
  Windows 3.0
Correct Answer
A. Windows 1.0

Explanation
Windows 1.0 is known as the MS-DOS Executive because it was the first version of Windows released by Microsoft and it was designed to run on top of MS-DOS. It provided a graphical user interface (GUI) and allowed users to navigate and manage files using a mouse. Windows 1.0 introduced features such as overlapping windows, drop-down menus, and dialog boxes, which were all accessed through the MS-DOS Executive shell.

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5.

Which of these version changed OS from tiled windows to overlapping windows?
- A.
  
  Windows 1.0
- B.
  
  Windows 2.1
- C.
  
  Windows 3.0
- D.
  
  Windows 2.03
Correct Answer
D. Windows 2.03

Explanation
Windows 2.03 is the correct answer because it was the version that introduced the change from tiled windows to overlapping windows. This change allowed users to have multiple windows open at the same time and overlap them on the screen, improving multitasking and usability.

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6.

Which of these versions made use of expanded memory?
- A.
  
  Windows 1.0
- B.
  
  Windows 2.0
- C.
  
  Windows 2.1
- D.
  
  Windows 7
Correct Answer
B. Windows 2.0

Explanation
Windows 2.0 made use of expanded memory. Expanded memory refers to additional memory beyond the 640KB limit of conventional memory that was available in early versions of Windows. Windows 2.0 was the first version of Windows to support expanded memory, allowing users to take advantage of additional memory for running larger applications and improving overall system performance.

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7.

What is the full meaning of Windows ME?
- A.
  
  Main Edition
- B.
  
  Middle Edition
- C.
  
  Master Edition
- D.
  
  Millennium Edition
Correct Answer
D. Millennium Edition

Explanation
The full meaning of Windows ME is Millennium Edition.

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8.

Which of these versions was released in 2006?
- A.
  
  Windows 7
- B.
  
  Windows Vista
- C.
  
  Windows XP
- D.
  
  Windows 3.1
Correct Answer
B. Windows Vista

Explanation
Windows Vista was released in 2006.

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9.

Which of these Windows edition runs on minimalistic computers?
- A.
  
  Windows 10
- B.
  
  Windows CE
- C.
  
  Windows XP
- D.
  
  Windows 9x
Correct Answer
B. Windows CE

Explanation
Windows CE is the correct answer because it is a minimalistic operating system designed for embedded systems and devices with limited resources. It is a lightweight version of Windows that is specifically optimized for low-power devices such as handheld computers, mobile devices, and industrial machines. Windows CE offers a stripped-down version of the Windows interface and functionality, making it suitable for minimalistic computers with limited processing power and storage capacity.

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10.

When was the announcement of Git usage by Microsoft?
- A.
  
  2014
- B.
  
  2015
- C.
  
  2016
- D.
  
  2017
Correct Answer
D. 2017

Explanation
Microsoft announced the usage of Git in 2017.

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