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A system technician needs to configure a background service on a Windows 11 computer so that it starts automatically every time the operating system boots, prior to any user logging in. Which administrative snap-in should the technician open to change the startup type of this service?

  1. Services console (services.msc)Answer
  2. B
    Task Manager
  3. C
    Device Manager
  4. D
    Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc)

Answer

The Services console (services.msc) is used to modify the startup type and execution state of background Windows services.
The Services snap-in (services.msc) provides full control over Windows background services, enabling an administrator to adjust the startup type to Automatic, Manual, or Disabled so that services launch seamlessly at system boot.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the administrative tool requirement
The requirement calls for modifying background system service startup settings (Automatic, Manual, Disabled).
Windows background services run independently of user logon sessions.
2
Select the appropriate snap-in
Open services.msc (Services console).
The Services console is specifically designed for managing service properties, dependencies, and startup states.

Key Concept

Configuring Windows Services using Services MMC Snap-in
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Windows Administrative and System Management Tools

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