CompTIA
220-802 · Question #660
220-802 Question #660: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is C: Clean. A clean installation wipes the existing OS and data, installs a fresh copy of Windows 7, and is the correct choice when the user explicitly does not want to preserve any data from the Windows XP system.
Question
Ann, a user, has a computer running Windows XP Professional. She would like the computer to run Windows 7 Professional. She does not wish to save any information on the current system. Which of the following types of installations should the technician perform?
Options
- ARepair
- BMultiboot
- CClean
- DUpgrade
Explanation
A clean installation wipes the existing OS and data, installs a fresh copy of Windows 7, and is the correct choice when the user explicitly does not want to preserve any data from the Windows XP system.
Common mistakes.
- A. A repair installation attempts to fix a damaged Windows installation while preserving existing data and settings, which is the opposite of what the user wants.
- B. A multiboot installation keeps the existing Windows XP installation alongside Windows 7, allowing the user to choose at startup - this preserves the old OS and data rather than replacing them.
- D. An upgrade installation migrates settings, files, and applications from the old OS to the new one; a direct upgrade path from Windows XP to Windows 7 is not supported by Microsoft.
Concept tested. Performing a clean OS installation
Community Discussion
No community discussion yet for this question.