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Windows Security Settings →mediumMultiple ChoiceObjective-mapped

Deny Log On Locally Policy: Why Local Accounts Can't Log In After Domain Join

This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of windows security settings. Match the stated requirement to the specific cloud service, access model, or configuration option — many options are valid in isolation but not for this scenario. 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.

A company is migrating from Workgroup to Domain. After joining a Windows 10 computer to the domain, users report that they can no longer log on using their local user accounts. What setting in Local Security Policy is most likely causing this behavior?

Clue words in this question

Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.

Clue: "most likely"
Why it matters: Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.

A
The 'Network access: Do not allow anonymous enumeration of SAM accounts' policy
Why wrong: This policy affects anonymous access to account lists, not the ability of local users to log on interactively.
B
The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Guests' group
Why wrong: While this could affect guest accounts, it would not block all local user accounts unless explicitly configured.
C
The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Users' group
If the domain policy adds the 'Users' group to this setting, it will block all local user accounts (which are members of the local Users group) from logging on interactively.
D
The 'Interactive logon: Do not display last user name' policy is enabled
Why wrong: This policy only hides the last logged-on username; it does not prevent local users from logging on.

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Quick Answer

The answer is the 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Users' group. When a Windows 10 computer joins a domain, domain-level Group Policy often overrides local security settings, and this specific policy explicitly blocks members of the local 'Users' group—which includes all standard local accounts—from interactive sign-in. This is a deliberate security measure to enforce domain-only authentication, preventing unauthorized local logons after migration. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of how user rights assignments in Local Security Policy can conflict with domain membership; a common trap is confusing this with account lockout or password policies. Remember the key distinction: the 'Deny log on locally' setting is a blacklist, not a whitelist. For a quick memory tip, think "Deny Users = No Local Logons" to recall that adding the Users group to this policy is what blocks local accounts after a domain join.

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

✓

The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Users' group

When a Windows 10 computer is joined to a domain, the default Local Security Policy setting for 'Deny log on locally' includes the 'Users' group. This prevents local user accounts (which are members of the local Users group) from logging on interactively, forcing users to use domain accounts instead. The behavior stops after the computer is joined because the policy is applied by default to enforce domain authentication.

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.

✗
The 'Network access: Do not allow anonymous enumeration of SAM accounts' policy
Why it's wrong here
This policy affects anonymous access to account lists, not the ability of local users to log on interactively.
✗
The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Guests' group
Why it's wrong here
While this could affect guest accounts, it would not block all local user accounts unless explicitly configured.
✓
The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Users' group
Why this is correct
If the domain policy adds the 'Users' group to this setting, it will block all local user accounts (which are members of the local Users group) from logging on interactively.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "most likely" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
✗
The 'Interactive logon: Do not display last user name' policy is enabled
Why it's wrong here
This policy only hides the last logged-on username; it does not prevent local users from logging on.

Common exam traps

Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword

The exam often tests the misconception that local user accounts are denied logon due to network-level restrictions (like SAM enumeration) or display settings, rather than the specific user rights assignment that explicitly blocks interactive logon for the local Users group.

Detailed technical explanation

How to think about this question

The 'Deny log on locally' user right is stored in the local security policy database (secedit.sdb) and applied via Group Policy or local policy. When a computer joins a domain, the default domain policy or local policy often adds the 'Users' group to this right to enforce domain-level authentication. This can be verified using the 'secpol.msc' console under Security Settings > Local Policies > User Rights Assignment, or via the command 'secedit /export /cfg C:\secpolicy.inf'. In real-world migrations, administrators must explicitly remove the 'Users' group from this policy if local logon is still needed for troubleshooting or legacy applications.

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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What does this 220-1202 question test?

Windows Security Settings — This question tests Windows Security Settings — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..

What is the correct answer to this question?

The correct answer is: The 'Deny log on locally' user rights assignment includes the 'Users' group — When a Windows 10 computer is joined to a domain, the default Local Security Policy setting for 'Deny log on locally' includes the 'Users' group. This prevents local user accounts (which are members of the local Users group) from logging on interactively, forcing users to use domain accounts instead. The behavior stops after the computer is joined because the policy is applied by default to enforce domain authentication.

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.

Are there clue words in this question I should notice?

Yes — watch for: "most likely". Probability qualifier — the question wants the most probable cause or outcome, not a guaranteed one. Eliminate low-probability options.

What is the key concept behind this question?

Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.

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