The answer is Task Scheduler, the native Windows tool for automating script execution at user login. This is correct because Task Scheduler allows you to create a task with a trigger set to “At log on,” which can be configured for any user or a specific user on a domain-joined Windows 10 computer. The task then runs the designated script automatically each time that user logs in, leveraging the operating system’s built-in event-driven scheduling engine. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this question tests your understanding of native Windows administration tools versus third-party or Group Policy alternatives; a common trap is choosing Local Group Policy Editor, which sets logon scripts at the machine level but requires more overhead for a single script. Remember the memory tip: “Task Scheduler triggers on events, Group Policy enforces settings”—so for a one-off script tied to a user’s logon event, Task Scheduler is your direct, lightweight answer.
220-1102 Windows OS Features and Tools Practice Question
This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of windows os features and tools. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
During a software deployment, you need to create a script that runs automatically every time a user logs into their Windows 10 domain-joined computer. Which tool should you use to configure this task?
Task Scheduler can create a task that triggers 'At log on' for any user, running the script automatically.
B
Group Policy Management Console
Why wrong: Group Policy is used for centralized configuration across a domain, not for setting up a local per-user script without domain infrastructure.
C
Local Group Policy Editor
Why wrong: Local Group Policy can assign logon scripts but is less flexible than Task Scheduler for complex triggers and is typically used for computer-wide settings.
D
Windows PowerShell ISE
Why wrong: PowerShell ISE is an environment for writing and testing scripts, not for scheduling their execution.
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Task Scheduler
Task Scheduler is the correct tool because it allows you to create a task that triggers on a specific event, such as user logon. You can set the trigger to 'At log on' for any user or a specific user, and the task will run automatically each time the user logs into the Windows 10 domain-joined computer. This is the native Windows mechanism for scheduling scripts or programs to run at logon without requiring additional configuration.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Task Scheduler
Why this is correct
Task Scheduler can create a task that triggers 'At log on' for any user, running the script automatically.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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Group Policy Management Console
Why it's wrong here
Group Policy is used for centralized configuration across a domain, not for setting up a local per-user script without domain infrastructure.
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Local Group Policy Editor
Why it's wrong here
Local Group Policy can assign logon scripts but is less flexible than Task Scheduler for complex triggers and is typically used for computer-wide settings.
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Windows PowerShell ISE
Why it's wrong here
PowerShell ISE is an environment for writing and testing scripts, not for scheduling their execution.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
CompTIA often tests the distinction between tools that configure local machine behavior (Task Scheduler) versus tools that manage domain-wide policies (Group Policy Management Console), leading candidates to mistakenly choose GPMC for a local logon script task.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Task Scheduler uses the Task Scheduler service (schtasks.exe) to manage tasks stored in %SystemRoot%\System32\Tasks. When a user logs on, the Winlogon process triggers the Task Scheduler service to evaluate any tasks with a 'At logon' trigger, which can be configured to run with the user's security context or SYSTEM. A subtle behavior is that tasks set to 'Run whether user is logged on or not' will not run at interactive logon unless specifically configured, making the 'At logon' trigger the correct choice for user-specific logon scripts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
TExam Day Tips
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
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Windows OS Features and Tools — This question tests Windows OS Features and Tools — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Task Scheduler — Task Scheduler is the correct tool because it allows you to create a task that triggers on a specific event, such as user logon. You can set the trigger to 'At log on' for any user or a specific user, and the task will run automatically each time the user logs into the Windows 10 domain-joined computer. This is the native Windows mechanism for scheduling scripts or programs to run at logon without requiring additional configuration.
What should I do if I get this 220-1202 question wrong?
Identify which exam domain this question belongs to, review the core concept, then practise similar questions from the same domain.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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