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SK0-003 · Question #310

Which of the following is the FIRST thing that should be done in order to begin reinstalling TCP/IP on the server?

The correct answer is C. Notify users. Before initiating a disruptive server maintenance task such as reinstalling TCP/IP, the critical first step is to inform all potentially affected users.

Server administration

Question

Which of the following is the FIRST thing that should be done in order to begin reinstalling TCP/IP on the server?

Options

  • AConfigure netsh settings in case of backup
  • BRestart the server
  • CNotify users
  • DUninstall TCP/IP

How the community answered

(48 responses)
  • A
    4% (2)
  • C
    94% (45)
  • D
    2% (1)

Why each option

Before initiating a disruptive server maintenance task such as reinstalling TCP/IP, the critical first step is to inform all potentially affected users.

AConfigure netsh settings in case of backup

Configuring netsh settings for backup is a technical preparatory step, but it should be done after users are notified about the impending service interruption.

BRestart the server

Restarting the server may be a step in the uninstallation or reinstallation process, but it is a technical action that should only occur after users have been informed.

CNotify usersCorrect

Notifying users before performing a disruptive action like reinstalling TCP/IP allows them to save their work, prepare for potential downtime, and reduces business impact. This aligns with standard IT change management and communication best practices for server maintenance.

DUninstall TCP/IP

Uninstalling TCP/IP is the core technical action to begin the reinstallation, but notifying users is a crucial prerequisite before any action that impacts server availability.

Concept tested: Server maintenance best practices - communication

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/identity/ad-ds/plan/enabling-change-management-for-active-directory-domain-services

Topics

#Change management#TCP/IP reinstallation#User notification

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