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A technician is setting up a new computer for a user who wants to dual-boot Windows 10 and Linux. The technician has a single SSD and plans to install both operating systems. Which of the following is the MOST important step to perform FIRST before installing Linux?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
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Create a new partition for Linux using Disk Management
Creating a partition before installing Windows is not ideal. Windows should be installed first on the primary partition, and then Linux can be installed on the remaining space. Creating a partition prematurely may complicate the installation process.
B
Best answer
Install Windows 10 first on the SSD
Windows 10 should be installed first because its boot manager is less flexible than GRUB. Installing Windows first ensures that both operating systems can be booted after Linux is installed, as GRUB can detect the Windows installation.
C
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Disable Secure Boot in the UEFI firmware settings
Disabling Secure Boot may be required by some Linux distributions, but it is not the first step. The installation order is more critical for dual-boot success.
D
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Format the entire SSD as NTFS
Formatting the entire drive as NTFS would prevent Linux from installing correctly, as Linux typically requires its own file system (e.g., ext4) for the root partition. The drive should be left unformatted so that Windows can create its partitions.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
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How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
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.
- Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
- Underline the problem statement mentally.
- 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.
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More questions from this exam
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Question 1
A user reports intermittent network connectivity on a desktop computer. The technician observes that the Ethernet link light on the NIC turns off for a few seconds and then turns back on. The cable passes a wiremap test, the switch port is verified good with another device, and the NIC driver is updated. The issue occurs more frequently when the computer's case fan runs at high speed. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause?
Question 2
A workstation is unable to connect to the internet. The technician runs the 'ipconfig' command and sees the IPv4 address is 169.254.15.200 with a subnet mask of 255.255.0.0. The workstation can ping other devices on the local subnet but cannot ping the default gateway or any external addresses. Which TWO actions should the technician take to resolve this issue? (Select two.)
Question 3
A workstation is connected to a managed switch. It obtains a valid IP address (192.168.10.50) from the DHCP server, but it cannot ping the default gateway (192.168.10.1). The link light on both the workstation NIC and the switch port are solid green. Other workstations on the same switch CAN ping the default gateway successfully. The technician accesses the switch management interface and finds that the workstation's port is configured as an access port on VLAN 10. The default gateway is located on VLAN 20. An inter-VLAN router is configured but not explicitly allowing VLAN 10 access to VLAN 20. Which of the following is the MOST likely cause of the problem?
Question 4
A company develops a web application that relies on a custom library available only for a specific Linux distribution. They want to deploy the application in the cloud with minimal administrative overhead, but they need full control over the software stack, including the ability to install the custom library and configure the web server. Which cloud service model BEST meets these requirements?
Question 5
A company has a legacy virtual machine running on a deprecated hypervisor (Hyper-V). They want to migrate this VM to a new hypervisor (VMware vSphere) hosted in a private cloud while preserving the VM's configuration, installed applications, and data. The migration must be performed with minimal downtime. Which of the following methods is MOST appropriate?
Question 6
A company hosts a critical database on a virtual machine in a public cloud. The database requires persistent storage that must be retained even if the VM is terminated. The storage must also be accessible from multiple VMs simultaneously for a future high-availability configuration. Which type of cloud storage BEST meets these requirements?
FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this 220-1101 question test?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Install Windows 10 first on the SSD — When setting up a dual-boot system with Windows 10 and Linux, the correct order is to install Windows first. Windows installs its own boot manager and does not automatically recognize Linux boot loaders. If Linux is installed first, the Windows installation may overwrite the Linux boot loader, making it difficult to boot into Linux. After Windows is installed, Linux can be installed alongside it, and the Linux boot loader (like GRUB) will detect the Windows installation and add an entry to boot either OS. Creating a partition for Linux (option A) is necessary but should be done after installing Windows. Disabling Secure Boot (option C) may be needed for some Linux distributions but is not the first step. Formatting the entire drive as NTFS (option D) would prevent Linux from installing properly as it typically requires its own file system (e.g., ext4).
What should I do if I get this 220-1101 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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