Using Command-Prompt Functions and Utilities
Although most computer users seldom use the command prompt available in all versions of Windows covered on the A+ Certification Exams, it's very important for technicians to know how to use the major command-prompt functions and programs. Command-prompt functions and programs can be used to
Recover data from systems that can't boot normally.
Reinstall lost or corrupted system files.
Print file listings (believe it or not, you can't do this in Windows Explorer or My Computer!).
Copy, move, or delete data.
Display or configure certain operating system settings.
The following sections discuss the major command-prompt functions and utilities in more detail.
Starting a Command-Prompt Session
You can start a ...
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