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You need a script to run at a specific time. Which Windows component should you use?

The correct answer is C. Task Scheduler. To schedule a script to run at a specific time in Windows, you should use the Task Scheduler component.

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Question

You need a script to run at a specific time. Which Windows component should you use?

Options

  • ATask Manager
  • BDevice Manager
  • CTask Scheduler
  • DEvent Viewer

How the community answered

(37 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    89% (33)
  • D
    3% (1)

Why each option

To schedule a script to run at a specific time in Windows, you should use the Task Scheduler component.

ATask Manager

Task Manager is used for monitoring running processes, performance, and managing startup programs, but it does not schedule tasks for future execution.

BDevice Manager

Device Manager is used to view and manage hardware devices connected to the computer, not for scheduling scripts.

CTask SchedulerCorrect

Task Scheduler is a Windows utility that allows users to automate tasks, including running scripts or programs, at specified times, upon system events, or when certain conditions are met, making it ideal for scheduled execution.

DEvent Viewer

Event Viewer displays logs of system events and errors, but it does not provide functionality to schedule or run tasks.

Concept tested: Windows task automation and scheduling

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/client-management/itpro-center/windows-task-scheduler

Topics

#Task Scheduler#scheduled tasks#script automation

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