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220-802 Question #472: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is D: UAC is waiting for user input.. In Windows Vista, UAC (User Account Control) pauses application installations to prompt the user for elevated permission approval before proceeding.

Question

A user is having difficulty installing a program in Windows Vista, as the computer appears to stall prior to the installation. Which of the following is the BEST choice of why this is occurring?

Options

  • AAero Settings are not enabled.
  • BPower Settings need to be enabled.
  • CBitLocker is scanning for corrupt software.
  • DUAC is waiting for user input.

Explanation

In Windows Vista, UAC (User Account Control) pauses application installations to prompt the user for elevated permission approval before proceeding.

Common mistakes.

  • A. Aero is the visual glass interface theme for Windows Vista and has no involvement in application installation processes or privilege elevation.
  • B. Power settings control sleep, hibernate, and performance modes and do not interact with software installation workflows.
  • C. BitLocker is a full-disk encryption feature that protects data at rest and does not perform real-time scanning of software installers or interrupt installation processes.

Concept tested. Windows Vista UAC elevation prompt during software installation

Reference. https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/security/application-security/application-control/user-account-control/how-it-works

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