220-802 · Question #786
Which of the following accounts should be disabled after successful installation of Windows XP?
The correct answer is C. Guest. The Guest account in Windows XP is a built-in account that provides limited, unauthenticated access to the system without requiring a password. While it has restricted privileges, it still presents a security risk if left enabled, as it provides a potential entry point for…
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Which of the following accounts should be disabled after successful installation of Windows XP?
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- ARemote Desktop User
- BAdministrator
- CGuest
- DPower User
How the community answered
(17 responses)- A6% (1)
- C94% (16)
Explanation
The Guest account in Windows XP is a built-in account that provides limited, unauthenticated access to the system without requiring a password. While it has restricted privileges, it still presents a security risk if left enabled, as it provides a potential entry point for unauthorized users. Best practice after installation is to ensure the Guest account is disabled. The built-in Administrator account, while also a security concern (and best practice is to rename it), is needed for administrative functions and is not the primary answer here. 'Remote Desktop User' and 'Power User' are groups, not individual accounts that are specifically recommended for post-install disabling. The Guest account is the standard answer for what should be disabled immediately after a Windows XP installation.
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