- A
System
Why wrong: System shows computer info and advanced system settings, but does not include per-program compatibility settings.
- B
Programs and Features
From Programs and Features, you can right-click an installed program and select 'Change' to access compatibility settings, including 'Run this program as an administrator'.
- C
User Accounts
Why wrong: User Accounts manages user credentials and UAC settings, not individual program compatibility.
- D
Administrative Tools
Why wrong: Administrative Tools contains system utilities like Event Viewer and Services, not program compatibility settings.
Question 6 of 750
Setting a Program to Always Run as Administrator via Compatibility Tab
This 220-1202 practice question tests your understanding of windows settings and control panel. 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. A key principle to apply: programs and Features. 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 user needs to install a legacy application that requires administrator privileges to run, but they do not have local admin rights. You want to configure the application to always run with the highest privileges available without prompting for credentials. Which tool in Control Panel would you use to set this compatibility option?
Clue words in this question
Noticing these words before you look at the options changes how you read each choice.
Clue:
"always"Why it matters: Absolute qualifier. An answer using 'always' is only correct if there are genuinely no exceptions — absolute statements are often wrong in networking.
Quick Answer
The answer is Programs and Features, which provides access to the compatibility settings for installed applications. This is correct because the Compatibility tab, where you can check "Run this program as an administrator," is part of the program's properties, and Programs and Features offers a "Change" option that opens these properties without requiring a shortcut. On the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1202 exam, this tests your understanding of how to configure legacy applications to always run with the highest privileges available without prompting for credentials, a common scenario when a user lacks local admin rights. A frequent trap is choosing the shortcut's Properties directly, but the exam emphasizes the Control Panel tool for installed programs. Remember: to run a program as administrator without prompt via compatibility settings, go through Programs and Features—think "Change for admin range."
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
✓
Programs and Features
The Programs and Features applet in Control Panel provides access to the properties of installed programs. By selecting the legacy application and clicking 'Change' (or right-clicking and choosing 'Properties' where available), you can open the program's properties dialog. Under the Compatibility tab, check the 'Run this program as an administrator' option. This ensures the application always runs with the highest privileges without prompting for credentials.
Key principle: Programs and Features
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
- ✗
System
Why it's wrong here
System shows computer info and advanced system settings, but does not include per-program compatibility settings.
- ✓
Programs and Features
Why this is correct
From Programs and Features, you can right-click an installed program and select 'Change' to access compatibility settings, including 'Run this program as an administrator'.
Clue confirmation
The clue word "always" in the question point toward this answer.
Related concept
Programs and Features
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User Accounts
Why it's wrong here
User Accounts manages user credentials and UAC settings, not individual program compatibility.
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Administrative Tools
Why it's wrong here
Administrative Tools contains system utilities like Event Viewer and Services, not program compatibility settings.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Candidates may think they need to use the program's shortcut properties to set compatibility, but the question specifically asks for a Control Panel tool. Programs and Features provides the compatibility wizard.
Trap categories for this question
Command / output trap
System shows computer info and advanced system settings, but does not include per-program compatibility settings.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
Treat this as a scenario question. Identify the problem, the constraint, and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Programs and Features
- Compatibility wizard
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
Programs and Features
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A junior network technician can log in to a core router but cannot reach the enable prompt or configuration mode. The AAA server is authenticating the login — but the authorisation policy only grants privilege level 1, not 15. Authentication (who you are) is working; authorisation (what you can do) is not.
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FAQ
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What does this 220-1202 question test?
Windows Settings and Control Panel — This question tests Windows Settings and Control Panel — Programs and Features.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Programs and Features — The Programs and Features applet in Control Panel provides access to the properties of installed programs. By selecting the legacy application and clicking 'Change' (or right-clicking and choosing 'Properties' where available), you can open the program's properties dialog. Under the Compatibility tab, check the 'Run this program as an administrator' option. This ensures the application always runs with the highest privileges without prompting for credentials.
What should I do if I get this 220-1202 question wrong?
Review programs and Features, then practise related 220-1202 questions on the same topic to reinforce the concept.
Are there clue words in this question I should notice?
Yes — watch for: "always". Absolute qualifier. An answer using 'always' is only correct if there are genuinely no exceptions — absolute statements are often wrong in networking.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Programs and Features
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