Which technology in Windows warns users before running an unrecognized or potentially harmful downloaded file?
Difficulty: Medium
About this MCQ
This Medium Windows 10/11 Mcqs question asks: Which technology in Windows warns users before running an unrecognized or potentially harmful downloaded file? The correct choice is D. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. Windows Hello
Why not A: “Windows Hello” does not fit this question. The answer is Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.
- B. BitLocker
Why not B: “BitLocker” does not fit this question. The answer is Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.
- C. Windows Firewall
Why not C: “Windows Firewall” does not fit this question. The answer is Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.
- D. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen ✓
Correct answer
D. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen
Explanation
Microsoft Defender SmartScreen is the term that matches “Which technology in Windows warns users before running an unrecognized or potentially harmful downloaded file” (option D). Option A (Windows Hello) does not fit this question. Option B (BitLocker) does not fit this question. Option C (Windows Firewall) does not fit this question. For this Windows 10/11 Mcqs question, the accepted answer is Microsoft Defender SmartScreen.
Source: Windows 10/11 Official Documentation
Tags: Security & Privacy
Submitted by: MCQsHub Editorial
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