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SK0-005 server-administration Practice Question
To comply with company security policies, a server administrator must disable all unnecessary services on a newly deployed Windows Server 2019. The server will only act as a file server with no web hosting role. Which service should be disabled?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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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World Wide Web Publishing Service
Option C is correct because the World Wide Web Publishing Service (W3SVC) is part of IIS and is not required for a file server role. Leaving it running increases the attack surface. Option A (DNS Server) might be used if the server provides name resolution, but it is not mentioned. Option B (DHCP Server) is also not specified as needed. Option D (Server service) is essential for file sharing and should not be disabled.
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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World Wide Web Publishing Service
Why this is correct
This is an IIS component; if web hosting is not needed, it should be disabled to reduce the attack surface.
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DHCP Server service
Why it's wrong here
DHCP is not related to file services but could be needed in some configurations; disabling it is not universally required.
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Server service
Why it's wrong here
The Server service enables file and printer sharing; disabling it would break file server functionality.
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DNS Server service
Why it's wrong here
This service may be required if the server hosts DNS; it is not automatically a security risk if properly secured.
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Last reviewed: Jul 26, 2026
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