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220-1102 · Question #696

A technician needs to troubleshoot a user's computer while the user is connected to the system. The technician must also connect to the user's system using remote access tools built in to Windows…

The correct answer is B. MSRA. When troubleshooting a user's computer while the user is still connected and using built-in Windows tools, MSRA (Microsoft Remote Assistance) is the best option as it allows the user to share their screen and control with the technician.

Software Troubleshooting

Question

A technician needs to troubleshoot a user's computer while the user is connected to the system. The technician must also connect to the user's system using remote access tools built in to Windows. Which of the following is the best option to troubleshoot the user's computer?

Options

  • AScreen share
  • BMSRA
  • CVirtual network computer
  • DRDP

How the community answered

(29 responses)
  • A
    10% (3)
  • B
    72% (21)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    14% (4)

Why each option

When troubleshooting a user's computer while the user is still connected and using built-in Windows tools, MSRA (Microsoft Remote Assistance) is the best option as it allows the user to share their screen and control with the technician.

AScreen share

'Screen share' is a general term; while MSRA involves screen sharing, MSRA is the specific Windows built-in tool that fits the requirements better than the generic term.

BMSRACorrect

MSRA (Microsoft Remote Assistance) is a Windows-built-in tool designed specifically for this scenario. It allows a technician to view and optionally take control of a user's desktop session while the user is actively logged in and observing the actions, facilitating collaborative troubleshooting.

CVirtual network computer

Virtual Network Computer (VNC) is a third-party remote access solution, not a tool built into Windows.

DRDP

RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) typically takes over the entire user session, either locking the local user out or creating a separate session, which is not ideal for collaborative troubleshooting where the user needs to remain connected and observe.

Concept tested: Windows remote access tools for user assistance

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/client-management/remote-assistance

Topics

#Remote Access#Windows Tools#Troubleshooting#Microsoft Remote Assistance (MSRA)

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